Medium red in color, the 2022 Pinot Noir Lyra is the estate’s Sonoma Coast blend and is about an 800-case production. It’s juicy and bright on the nose, with aromas of bright red cherries, cinnamon candies, fresh roses, and fresh herbs. Medium-bodied, with fine tannins, it stays refreshing and is approachable now, and it’s going to hold on with ease over the next 7-8 years. A phenomenal value.
94 points, Audrey Frick, Jeb Dunnuck (Jun 2024)
So aromatic, flavorful and classic in style for a pinot noir, with medium body, moderate tannins and good length on the finish. Black tea, black cherries, bay leaf and bergamot. Blended from several vineyard-designate properties and fermented with 30% whole clusters. Drink now or hold.
94 points, Jim Gordon, James Suckling (Feb 2025)
Bramble fruits and wild red berries, mint and spice clove, and Jentoft, Marine Layer, with smaller pieces of Gap's Crown, comprise the entry-level Pinot Noir from Marine Layer. It carries elegance through the country fruit spice of wild strawberries and rose hip aromas. On the palate, there's a feral fruit element. Wild spicy berries are given elegance and structure through the use of 30% whole cluster. Bergamot and black tea finish the wine with a savoury lift.
94 points, Clive Pursehouse, Decanter (Jan 2024)
The 2022 Pinot Noir Lyra is juicy and super-expressive right out of the gate. Succulent red/purplish fruit, lavender, spice, menthol and blood orange give the 2022 notable raciness. A whole range of floral and savory top notes lift the finish. The 30% stems are not especially noticeable. Vineyard sources are Marine Layer, Dutton-Jentoft, Bohemian and Gap's Crown.
92 points, Antonio Galloni, Vinous (Jan 2024)
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