2022 Paul Hobbs West Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir [V96][WA96][WE96][JS95][D93]

Vinous, 96 Points 

"The 2021 Pinot Noir (West Sonoma Coast), a new wine in this range, is lights out. Rich, ample and bold, the 2021 races across palate with layers of purplish fruit, lavender, spice, menthol, licorice and spice. A dollop of stems adds nuance, but without dominating the overall balance. There's terrific acidity and structure to play off the natural fruit richness that is such a distinctive attribute of the best sites in the appellation." 

Wine Advocate, 96 Points 

"The 2021 Pinot Noir West Sonoma Coast is another new wine in the Paul Hobbs portfolio. It comes primarily from the Goldrock and Cleary vineyards, was vinified with 17% whole clusters and matured in 33% new oak. It has deep scents of black cherries, blueberries, violet, conifer and mossy bark. The medium-bodied palate is ripe yet crunchy, with concentrated, nuanced fruit, grainy tannins, energetic freshness and a long, earth-laced finish. It's a powerful expression that deserves 3-5 years in bottle to unwind." 

Wine Enthusiast, 96 Points 

James Suckling, 95 Points 

"Black-cherry, dried-strawberry, slate and sandstone aromas and flavors. Full-bodied, medium-chewy and bright at the end. The texture and intensity are beautiful and pure. Energy and depth." 

Decanter, 93 Points 

"A ripe-styled Pinot Noir from the West Sonoma Coast from Paul Hobbs, known for his Napa Cabernets. This wine spent nine months in 33% new French oak, marking the aromatics with anise, dried violet and a touch of sous bois. The palate is ripe and rich but marked with notes of salinity, turned earth, mushroom, and red and black fruits intertwine. The finish is bright and lifted."