Hirsch San Andreas Fault Pinot Noir 2016
Vintage
2016
Critic Score
8.0/10
Vivino
4.4/5
Flavor Profile
Reviews (1)
Geological poetry in glass from San Andreas Fault's fractured soils.
Red cherry bursts forward with resinous pine undertones. The fault's fractured geology speaks through smoky minerality and wild bramble complexity. Mid-palate shows remarkable tension - bright acidity threading through silky tannins. Forest floor earthiness builds toward a persistent, mineral-driven finish. This 2016 captures Hirsch's coastal precision perfectly. Cellar five years for full integration, though drinking beautifully now with proper decanting.
🍷 You crave Pinot that tastes like place, not winemaker tricks.
Pairs with: Wild mushroom risotto, Herb-crusted lamb, Duck confit, Aged goat cheese
About the Producer
Hirsch Vineyards
True Sonoma Coast pioneer. San Andreas Fault terroir. 40-year-old vines. Organic and biodynamic.