Vinepair reasons that, as Pinot Noir is notoriously difficult to grow due to its fickle think skins and temperamental nature, the cost of a good bottle will often reflect the tricky winemaking processes. Not to fear, this does not necessarily mean that finding a quality, affordable Pinot is impossible.
After graciously spending six months tasting an impressive range of exceptional and surprisingly affordable Pinots, Vinepair compiled the ultimate list of the 25 best Pinot Noirs for 2020. The list features both the 2016 Gary Farrell Hallberg Vineyard Pinot Noir and the 2017 Garry Farrell Russian River Selection Pinot Noir.
Both wines received exceptional scores with enthusiastic reviews to match. The Hallberg received an “A+” with great praise as “one of the most beautiful Pinot Noir wines from America currently on the market.” Similarly, the Russian River Selection received an “A” with a special editor’s note summarizing this amazing wine “It’s a goddamn pleasure to drink”
For more on Gary Farrell and Pinot Noir, read the full article HERE.
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