Croix Estate - Floodgate 2023 (750ml) Fortifide Blend was great for ripening the

was great for ripening the grapes

The mouth is layered with bright

Quite a charmer

Rich and well-integrated oak though there's lots of spice all the way through

Croix Estate - Floodgate 2023 (750ml) Fortifide Blend was great for ripening theThis is a classic, Russian River Valley Pinot Noir. Fans of full bodied, concentrated styles will absolutely love what this wine has to offer. Spicey aromas of cinnamon, cardamom, and anise mingle with dark cherry perfume, cola, sweet smoked tobacco leaf, and toasted vanillin. Compact, extracted, and viscous on the palate, the wine has substantial power and glide featuring dark black cherry, savory caramel, black plum pie, supported with balanced