2023 Pinot Noir

Serve slightly chilled, around 55–60°F. Too warm and it can lose its freshness; too cold and the aromatics may be muted. About 15 minutes in the fridge before serving is ideal. Use a Burgundy-style glass with a wide bowl to allow the delicate aromatics—red fruit, floral notes, and spice—to fully unfold. While not essential, a gentle decanting (20–30 minutes) can help open up the wine’s layered complexity, especially for a young vintage. This wine is beautiful in its youth with bright fruit and energy, but it also has the structure to evolve gracefully over the next 3–5 years, developing more earthy, savory nuances.

This Sonoma County Pinot Noir is a poised and graceful expression of one of our most celebrated regions. Aromas of ripe cherry, pomegranate, and crushed raspberry unfold alongside notes of rose petal, cinnamon, and subtle vanilla. The palate is silky and layered, with vibrant red fruit framed by fine-grained tannins and a touch of forest earth. A cool-climate freshness carries through to the finish, where elegance and intensity meet in perfect harmony—capturing the essence of the Sonoma’s fog-kissed mornings and sunlit afternoons.

Sonoma County offers a diverse and dynamic landscape that is remarkably well-suited to Pinot Noir. With its proximity to the Pacific Ocean, the region benefits from cool coastal influences, especially in areas like Russian River Valley, Sonoma Coast, and Carneros. These conditions extend the growing season, allowing grapes to ripen slowly and develop refined aromatics, balanced acidity, and layered complexity—hallmarks of great Pinot Noir. The county’s varied topography and soils—from marine sediment and volcanic ash to well-drained loams—offer a rich canvas for expressing terroir. Winemakers here also draw from a deep well of experience and clonal diversity, crafting wines that reflect both precision and place. The result is a Pinot Noir that is vibrant, nuanced, and elegant, capturing the essence of Sonoma’s natural beauty and thoughtful viticulture.

In 2023, Napa Valley experienced one of the longest growing seasons in a decade or more. Winter and spring rains led to full reservoirs and healthy, saturated soils; ideal conditions as grape growers headed into the peak growing months. With consistent, mild weather throughout the season, above-average crop yields, and extended hang time, 2023 was an exceptional, high-quality, and memorable vintage.

Delicious, approachable, consistent. Featuring red and white varietals, Flora Springs wines span the range of the finest Napa Valley vineyards and bring freedom to play outside of Cabernet. Made to be enjoyed with friends, and to begin your Wine Country experience. These wines are primarily available to members of the Great Taste Wine Club, <a href="https://www.florasprings.com/club/great-tastes/">learn more</a>.