Extremely beautiful aromas of strawberry, ginger, smoke and dried meat. Full-bodied with chewy tannins that are very well integrated and intense, yet there’s a linear feel through the wine that gives it tension and brightness. JS
The 2016 West Ridge Estate Pinot Noir is a selection of the finest and most expressive blocks on the West Ridge of Hirsch, planted between 1990 and 20013. The West Ridge is the most delicate of Hirsch wines, with soft tannins and transparent fruit. It is a wine that seduces with complexity and mystery, rather than with power.
$820
Hirsch Vineyards West Ridge Pinot Noir 2017
RP
90
JS
94
Pale to medium ruby, the 2017 Pinot Noir West Ridge is softly scented of fresh strawberries and raspberries, Earl Grey tea leaves, forest floor and woodsmoke with notions of dried lavender and amaro. Light to medium-bodied, it gives restrained, earthy fruit in the mouth, with a soft frame of grainy tannins and good freshness to lift the finish. RP
$720
Hirsch Vineyards West Ridge Pinot Noir 2021
RP
95
JS
97
The 2021 Pinot Noir West Ridge is especially spicy and savory this vintage. The nose unfolds from wild berries, salami and dried mint to expressive nuances of chaparral and licorice. The medium-bodied palate has a generous core of botanical-laced fruit. It has pleasantly chalky tannins, mouthwatering acidity and a long, spicy finish. RP