Of the three blocks of Bien Nacido old vines Tyler Winery works with, ‘N Block’ is consistently their favorite. We have worked this parcel since 2009, and there’s something about these old Martini vines that is wonderfully impressive and complete. Reminiscent of old school California pinot noir, these old vines produce a wine of precise intensity and textural depth. It coats the palate with a silky-smooth texture carrying notes of dark berry, dried flowers and forest floor, resulting beautifully in a wine of pure class and power.

The 2018 Pinot Noir Bien Nacido Vineyard N Block is laced with the essence of wild cherry, licorice, earthiness, cloves and leather. Dark and inward, the 2018 is going to need a bit of time to be at its very best. Today, it offers compelling depth and tons of Bien Nacido character. Hints of earthiness, leather and cedar linger nicely on the close. Drinking window: 2020-2026. Score - 93. - 93 - Antonio Galloni - Vinous Media