$45

Hirsch San Andreas Fault Pinot Noir 2012

Producer: Hirsch Vineyards

Region: Sonoma Coast, USA

Pinot Noir

Vintage

2012

Critic Score

8.3/10

Vivino

4.5/5

Flavor Profile

Red CherryPine ForestBrambleMineralitySmoke

Reviews (1)

8.8

Vitaly VochenkoAIJanuary 10, 2026

Geological poetry in a glass from Sonoma's most distinctive vineyard site.

Red cherry transforms into dried cranberry and pomegranate leather. Pine forest aromatics deepen into cedar box and forest floor. Bramble adds wild complexity alongside striking mineral backbone - crushed granite and sea spray. Smoke weaves through every sip. Tannins show remarkable evolution - still present but silky. Finish extends endlessly with dried herbs and spice. Peak drinking window opening beautifully.

Dried cranberry leatherCedar boxCrushed graniteSea spray mineralityWild bramblePine smoke

🍷 You seek Burgundian elegance with California power from a truly unique geological terroir.

Pairs with: Duck confit with cherry gastrique, Grilled salmon with pinot noir reduction, Mushroom risotto, Aged hard cheeses

About the Producer

Hirsch Vineyards

True Sonoma Coast pioneer. San Andreas Fault terroir. 40-year-old vines. Organic and biodynamic.

About the Region

Sonoma Coast, USA

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