{"product_id":"marcassin-2013-sonoma-coast-pinot-noir","title":"Marcassin 2013 Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"335\" data-end=\"723\"\u003eThe\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"339\" data-end=\"387\"\u003eMarcassin 2013 Pinot Noir Marcassin Vineyard\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eis a rare and highly sought-after expression of Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir from one of California’s most legendary and tightly allocated wineries. Founded by renowned winemaker\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"562\" data-end=\"578\"\u003eHelen Turley\u003c\/strong\u003e, Marcassin has built a cult following among collectors for producing powerful yet age-worthy wines that rival the finest Burgundian Pinot Noirs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"725\" data-end=\"1078\"\u003eSourced from the estate\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"749\" data-end=\"791\"\u003eMarcassin Vineyard on the Sonoma Coast\u003c\/strong\u003e, the 2013 vintage delivers both richness and elegance. The wine shows a deep\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"869\" data-end=\"888\"\u003eplum-ruby color\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eand opens with complex aromas of\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"922\" data-end=\"1009\"\u003espiced black cherry, raspberry, wild strawberry, orange blossom, and floral incense\u003c\/strong\u003e, layered with subtle hints of\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1040\" data-end=\"1077\"\u003eChinese black tea and orange rind\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1080\" data-end=\"1453\"\u003eOn the palate, the wine is\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1107\" data-end=\"1132\"\u003emedium to full-bodied\u003c\/strong\u003e, beautifully balanced, and remarkably pure. Crisp acidity supports a textured, layered mouthfeel that gradually builds toward a long, elegant finish. While slightly more restrained than the monumental 2012 vintage, the 2013 retains the hallmark Marcassin signature of\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1401\" data-end=\"1452\"\u003edepth, opulence, and remarkable aging potential\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1455\" data-end=\"1868\"\u003eMarcassin Pinot Noir is produced using\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1494\" data-end=\"1541\"\u003enatural fermentation with indigenous yeasts\u003c\/strong\u003e, extended lees aging, and a high percentage of\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1589\" data-end=\"1607\"\u003enew French oak\u003c\/strong\u003e. The wines are\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1623\" data-end=\"1671\"\u003eunfined, unfiltered, and not cold stabilized\u003c\/strong\u003e, allowing them to preserve their full aromatic complexity and aging capability. As a result, natural sediment may occur—an expected sign of authenticity in wines crafted with minimal intervention.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1870\" data-end=\"2048\"\u003eWith only limited allocations released each year, Marcassin Pinot Noir has become one of the\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1963\" data-end=\"2006\"\u003emost collectible California Pinot Noirs\u003c\/strong\u003e, admired by collectors and critics alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"2055\" data-end=\"2074\"\u003eCritical Acclaim\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2076\" data-end=\"2335\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2076\" data-end=\"2103\"\u003e94 Points – Jeb Dunnuck\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2103\" data-end=\"2106\"\u003eA beautifully complex and layered Pinot Noir with notes of spiced black cherries, raspberries, strawberries, orange blossom, and floral incense. Medium to full-bodied, pure, and elegant with excellent balance and aging potential.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2337\" data-end=\"2564\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2337\" data-end=\"2383\"\u003e94+ Points – Robert Parker’s Wine Advocate\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2383\" data-end=\"2386\"\u003eDark plum-ruby in color with crisp acidity and layered flavors of Chinese black tea and orange rind. Builds gradually toward a long, structured finish with impressive complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"2571\" data-end=\"2584\"\u003eWinemaking\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2586\" data-end=\"2944\"\u003ePinot Noir clusters are destemmed and undergo a\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2634\" data-end=\"2647\"\u003ecold soak\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eprior to fermentation. Fermentation occurs with\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2696\" data-end=\"2713\"\u003enative yeasts\u003c\/strong\u003e, followed by aging primarily in\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2746\" data-end=\"2772\"\u003enew French oak barrels\u003c\/strong\u003e. The wines are left on their lees after fermentation and bottled\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2838\" data-end=\"2890\"\u003ewithout fining, filtering, or cold stabilization\u003c\/strong\u003e, preserving the wine’s full character and agreeability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"2951\" data-end=\"2966\"\u003eWine Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2968\" data-end=\"3232\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2968\" data-end=\"2981\"\u003eProducer:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eMarcassin\u003cbr data-start=\"2991\" data-end=\"2994\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2994\" data-end=\"3006\"\u003eVintage:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e2013\u003cbr data-start=\"3011\" data-end=\"3014\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3014\" data-end=\"3027\"\u003eVarietal:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ePinot Noir\u003cbr data-start=\"3038\" data-end=\"3041\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3041\" data-end=\"3052\"\u003eRegion:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eSonoma Coast\u003cbr data-start=\"3065\" data-end=\"3068\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3068\" data-end=\"3080\"\u003eCountry:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eUnited States\u003cbr data-start=\"3094\" data-end=\"3097\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3097\" data-end=\"3109\"\u003eAlcohol:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eTypically ~14–15%\u003cbr data-start=\"3127\" data-end=\"3130\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3130\" data-end=\"3145\"\u003eProduction:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eHighly allocated\u003cbr data-start=\"3162\" data-end=\"3165\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3165\" data-end=\"3175\"\u003eStyle:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eRich, opulent, Burgundian-inspired California Pinot Noir\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"3239\" data-end=\"3255\"\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3257\" data-end=\"3522\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3257\" data-end=\"3267\"\u003eColor:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eDark plum ruby\u003cbr data-start=\"3282\" data-end=\"3285\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3285\" data-end=\"3296\"\u003eAromas:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eBlack cherry, raspberry, strawberry, orange blossom, floral incense, Chinese black tea\u003cbr data-start=\"3383\" data-end=\"3386\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3386\" data-end=\"3397\"\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eMedium to full-bodied with vibrant acidity, layered fruit, and elegant structure\u003cbr data-start=\"3478\" data-end=\"3481\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3481\" data-end=\"3492\"\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eLong, refined, and age-worthy\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"3529\" data-end=\"3551\"\u003eCellaring Potential\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3553\" data-end=\"3702\"\u003eMarcassin Pinot Noir is known for its\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3591\" data-end=\"3616\"\u003eexceptional longevity\u003c\/strong\u003e. 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