Talley 2023 "Rosemary's Vineyard" Pinot Noir, Arroyo Grande

96 points                                                      
One of the Central Coast's most prized Pinot Noirs - limited.

95+ Points Robert Parker: "The Talley 2023 Pinot Noir Rosemary's Vineyard echoes its Chardonnay equivalent as the most alluring and complex Pinot Noir in the Talley portfolio. It offers a slightly darker, deeper fruit profile than its counterparts, while weaving in fresh herb, citrus rind and sea spray accents. The beautifully textured palate is equal parts lacy and sumptuous while simultaneously displaying the most tensile elasticity of the range. It culminates in a long, layered finish framed by detailed, fine-grained tannins entwined with crystalline salinity. While already beautiful, I would err on the side of patience, as there is energy, dynamism and dimension here to spare."

95 Points Antonio Galloni (Vinous):  "Limpid ruby-red. A highly complex bouquet evokes red berry and cherry preserves, along with building Asian spice, candied rose, vanilla and smoky mineral accents. Shows superb delineation on the palate, offering lush, spice-tinged red fruit liqueur, cherry cola and spicecake flavors that pick up a sexy floral pastille nuance with air. Finishes extremely long and lively, with fine-grained tannins lending shape and grip to lingering raspberry and exotic spice notes. I'd happily pour this alongside plenty of Grand Crus from Vosne-Romanée that go for three times the price, if not more. 35% new French oak."

Overlooking the Pacific Ocean and surrounding Rosemary Talley’s home, Rosemary’s Vineyard is the coolest site at Talley Vineyards and produces exceptional pinot noir with bright flavors, firm structure and refreshing energy.