GOLDENEYE Anderson Valley Pinot Noir Gowan Creek Vineyard 2020

Crafted entirely from estate-grown Pinot Noir, this wine showcases captivating aromas of cassis, black plum, blueberry, and pennyroyal, complemented by nuances of cedar and clove imparted by French oak. Its smooth and sultry character invites exploration with each sip. The plush and juicy palate reveals robust tannins alongside refreshing acidity, beautifully framing the opulent flavors of black cherry and blackberry jam. Notes of sweet holiday spices linger on the long and rich finish, adding to the wine’s allure and complexity.

Press Reviews

92WINE SPECTATORExpressive, with a lovely wave of pure mulberry fruit cruising through, laced with violet and hibiscus notes and backed by a well-integrated black licorice edge on the finish. Reveals a subtle tug of earth at the tail end, too, to keep things grounded.92WINE ENTHUSIASTBright, fresh and vibrant, this wine has a fine-grained tannic texture. It bursts with beautifully nuanced notes of cranberry juice, boysenberry jam, cherry compote, strawberry preserve, chocolate, vanilla, nutmeg, toast and black tea, all leading toward a lingering finish.92DECANTERThe Gowan Creek Vineyard Pinot Noir was made in small lots owing to the problematic conditions of the 2020 vintage. The Gowan Creek Vineyard has a southwest-facing orientation producing dark-fruited ripe Pinot Noirs. Aromatically ripe and rich with notes of mocha powder, clove and rich blueberry compote components. The palate is soft and velveteen, with ripe fruit flavours, black cherries and chocolate, rich blueberry pie notes and cinnamon rounding out this rich, ripe wine.