2019 Hirsch Vineyards West Ridge Pinot Noir

The 2019 Hirsch Vineyards West Ridge Pinot Noir is a luminous and beautifully balanced expression of the estate's West Ridge block, where the 2019 vintage's cooler, more even growing season yielded a wine of remarkable clarity, energy, and precision. This bottling opens with an alluring perfume of bright red cherry, wild strawberry, and cranberry, interwoven with delicate floral notes of rose petal and violet, complemented by subtle hints of orange zest, cinnamon stick, and forest undergrowth that add aromatic complexity. On the palate, the wine displays exceptional purity and vibrancy, with a silky yet structured texture supported by fine-grained tannins and a backbone of refreshing acidity that lifts the red fruit core and carries it through to a long, resonant finish. Layers of flavor unfold gracefully—ripe cherry and raspberry mingle with notes of exotic spice, tea leaf, and a distinctive stony minerality that reflects the site's proximity to the Pacific Ocean and the influence of persistent coastal fog. The 2019 vintage's cooler conditions are evident in the wine's elegance and tension, creating a more lithe and energetic profile than the previous year while maintaining the depth and concentration that defines Hirsch's top-tier bottlings. The finish lingers beautifully with echoes of red fruit, dried herbs, and a subtle earthy quality, making this West Ridge Pinot Noir a wine of both immediate charm and the structure to evolve gracefully over the coming years, showcasing the extraordinary versatility and expressive power of this iconic Sonoma Coast estate.