Cristom Vineyards Pinot Noir Jessie - 2021 (750ml)

94 points Vinous Media

The 2021 Pinot Noir Jessie Vineyard opens with a dusty bouquet of rich autumnal spices, hints of ginger and crushed raspberry. This sweeps across the palate with a wave of ripe wild berries guided by zesty acidity, taking on a distinct savoriness toward the close. Hints of blood orange and bitter dark chocolate linger long as the 2021 tapers off with youthful tension and a layer of grippy tannins that frame the experience beautifully. The Jessie is the most wildly appealing of the Cirstom single vineyards, pressing a little of something for everyone. - Eric Guido January 2024

91 points Wine Enthusiast

Aged 18 months on lees in French oak, 38% new, is yet another great, acid-driven wine from Cristom's 2021 vintage. Black cherries and violets are the dominant aromas, with a trace of polished hardwood floors. Flavors like raspberry, saline and mint frolic on a crisp, taut texture. — Michael Alberty