94 Points - The Wine Advocate

The decadent texture and layers of intense fruit finely intertwine with the vibrant acidity and minerality characteristic of the Fort Ross Vineyard’s coastal terroir. 

90+ Points - The Wine Advocate

This 2013 Pinot Noir welcomes with an alluring antique garnet hue that leads to the evolution of aromas that evoke delicate black tea, dried rose petals and orange peel harmoniously interwoven with elements of forest floor.

After extensive blending trials we decided on 96% Pinot Noir wirth 4% Pinotage for the 2013 Symposium Pinot Noir.

93 Points - The Wine Advocate

This expressive Pinot Noir entices with aromas of black currants, tea roses and violets, framed by touches of earth, dried orange peel and spice. Finely structured tannins elegantly support tiers of strawberry, black plum and black cherry interwoven with cola and forest floor. 

Pinotage shares many traits with Pinot Noir, but the earthiness and bold bramble characteristics distinguish this varietal.