The 2021 Vivier Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir is a red wine produced by Vivier in the Sonoma Coast appellation of California’s North Coast region. This varietal wine is made from Pinot Noir grapes and is sealed with a cork closure. It has an alcohol content of 13.5%.
This wine has garnered high praise from professional reviewers, making it a notable selection for Pinot Noir enthusiasts. James Suckling, from jamessuckling.com, awarded the wine a score of 93 points on May 23, 2024. Suckling describes it as a "plump and plummy wine with ample fruit aromas and flavors that feel full on the palate, but nicely lifted by acidity and moderate tannins." He notes additional nuanced flavors such as "mushroom, licorice, and forest floor," suggesting a complex profile. He recommends drinking it now, indicating that it is at its peak.
Robert Parker's Wine Advocate also reviewed the 2021 Vivier Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir, giving it a slightly higher score of 94 points on September 29, 2023. According to the Wine Advocate, this Pinot Noir is "generous, expressive and begging to be drunk!" The review highlights its "deep aromas of pomegranate, red cherries, and blueberries," complemented by "nuances of garrigue, Angostura bitters, and orange peel." The medium-bodied palate is described as "softly chalky and fresh, full of voluptuous, spicy fruit, with pretty botanical accents on the long finish." It is noted that around 923 cases of this wine were produced, making it relatively limited in availability.
Both reviews underscore the wine's balanced acidity and moderate tannins, which contribute to its medium-bodied structure. The wine's flavor profile, featuring a mix of fruit and earthy elements, is appealing to those who appreciate a multifaceted Pinot Noir. With high scores from both James Suckling and Robert Parker's Wine Advocate, the 2021 Vivier Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir stands out as a well-crafted and highly recommended wine.