WTN: Pop the Kutch

by **David M. Bueker** » Fri Sep 12, 2025 4:19 pm

2018 Kutch Pinot Noir Falstaff Vineyard - USA, California, Sonoma County, Sonoma Coast (9/11/2025)
This remains a relatively youthful wine. On first pouring it was deep and brooding, with the spice and chewiness of stem inclusion. I saved some for the next evening, and it opened up quite nicely, with brighter, though still dark red fruit, and a striking floral aroma that recalled gardenias. I happen to love gardenia, so it was a very pleasant surprise. Based on how it showed the first night I think I will continue to hold for a while longer, or alternatively decant for a few hours. Either way, delicious wine.

by **Jenise** » Sat Sep 13, 2025 12:46 pm

Gardenia on a pinot noir! That's unusual.

by **David M. Bueker** » Sat Sep 13, 2025 1:07 pm

Yes! I was shocked, but it worked.