Day Wines Momtazi Vineyard Pinot Noir (2017)

Sourced from a much-sought-after biodynamic vineyard, this wine sneaks up on you. At first it’s light and herbal, but as it breathes open it gains texture, detail and length. Tart wild berries, dried leaves, the barest hint of new barrel toast (15% were new) and a mix of dried herbs all come together in this beautifully balanced effort. It’s a salute to the complexity possible even in a lighter, more challenging vintage.