90 Points - Wine Enthusiast. The MacMurray Estate Vineyards Central Coast Pinot Noir is deep ruby in colour with aromas of ripe red berries, cinnamon and toast on the nose. Nuances of ripe red cherry, pomegranate and raspberry on the forefront of the palate are accented by warm vanilla spice notes. Beautifully balanced, this silky, plush Pinot Noir delivers a layered wine with attractive depth before a long, lingering finish.  "This is a beautiful and compelling wine for an extremely fair price ..." Wine Enthusiast

About the Producer

With estate vineyards in some of the worlds most sought-after regions, MacMurray Estate Vineyards crafts an award-winning collection of pinot noir and cool-climate white wines from Sonoma County and the Central Coast. The winemaker oversees everything from rootstock selection to barrel ageing, to create a portfolio of wines that illuminates the unique, nuanced flavours of each estate vineyard.

"More than any other variety, Pinot Noir has the ability to translate place. To convey the wisdom of its soil, the tenor of its climate, the emotion of its caretakers. At its clearest expression, Pinot is a calling to consider what a wine can be. Our calling is to make the best Pinot Noir."

Wondering how to make the best Pinot Noir? Plant it where the variety thrives. The MacMurray estate vineyards are located in the Russian River Valley and Californias Central Coast, two of the most renowned cool-climate viticultural regions in the world. Each site is home to critical differences in soil, sun exposure, elevation and other variables that contribute to the ultimate character of their wines. 

Wine Press / Awards

90 Points - Wine Enthusiast

"This is a beautiful and compelling wine for an extremely fair price, starting with pleasing aromas of red cherry compote and wood spice. The palate grows a bit more complex, offering well-integrated flavors of orange rind, red plum and turned earth, all framed by brisk acidity."