Raen, Free Stone Occidental Bodega Vineyard

Raen, Free Stone Occidental Bodega VineyardIron, salt, umami and dried strawberries with some rose stem. Full bodied with a firmness and brightness. Chewy at the end. A solid and rather agile pinot that pivots and shows energy. So delicious but will age for a long time. Drink or hold.

full-bodied

This is excellent for its level

The overall impression of refinement is enhanced by the notably fine grain of the tannins and this is really lovely

the 2022 Côtes du Jura Savagnin Cuvée du Professeur won me over instantly

this moderately tannic

tension and stimulating salinity

and touches of glycerine and graphite that are well-defined but persistently broody

The hot dry conditions during the growing season caused some issues with dehydration

Bearing no appellation

with bright acidity

The tannins are silky and long

While the supporting structure is firm this is already so pretty and en forme that it could actually be enjoyed on the younger side