JEB DUNNUCK 96 POINTS - "Exhibiting a deeper ruby/magenta hue, the 2021 Pinot Noir Altamont has outstanding depth and purity on the palate, with notes of violets, black raspberries, and cherries, as well as a darker mineral tone. A hilltop blend, it’s medium-bodied but has a darker tannin structure, and it also delivers great acidity and a long finish with mineral accents. Give it another couple of years and drink 2026-2040."
ANTONIO GALLONI 95 POINTS - "The 2021 Pinot Noir Altamont is quite rich in this vintage. The effects of drought come through in a decidedly potent, sumptuous Pinot Noir from Dehlinger. Dark red/purplish fruit, lavender, spice, mocha and pomegranate are front and center. This plush, racy Pinot Noir embodies the essence of the Russian River Valley. As a reminder, the Altamont emerges from a collection of upper blocks across the entire property. This is a real star. The 2021 was aged in a combination of puncheon and French oak barrels, with about 40% new wood."
WINE SPECTATOR 92 POINTS - "Ripe and focused, with a melted red licorice note draped over a core of raspberry and mulberry preserve flavors. Sleek and caressing through the toast-gilded finish. Drink now through 2031. 900 cases made."
ANTONIO GALLONI 95 POINTS - "The 2021 Pinot Noir Altamont is quite rich in this vintage. The effects of drought come through in a decidedly potent, sumptuous Pinot Noir from Dehlinger. Dark red/purplish fruit, lavender, spice, mocha and pomegranate are front and center. This plush, racy Pinot Noir embodies the essence of the Russian River Valley. As a reminder, the Altamont emerges from a collection of upper blocks across the entire property. This is a real star. The 2021 was aged in a combination of puncheon and French oak barrels, with about 40% new wood."
WINE SPECTATOR 92 POINTS - "Ripe and focused, with a melted red licorice note draped over a core of raspberry and mulberry preserve flavors. Sleek and caressing through the toast-gilded finish. Drink now through 2031. 900 cases made."
