2019 Casas del Bosque Gran Reserva Pinot Noir Casablanca

There's more freshness and integrated oak in the 2019 Gran Reserva Pinot Noir, which fermented with a portion of full clusters and matured in oak barrels, 20% of them new, for six months followed by eight months in stainless steel with the lees. It's an improvement over previous years; the power seems more controlled here, but the oak is still noticeable on the palate and, like the Pequeñas Producciones, could do with some more freshness.

Redcurrants, sour cherries, lemon zest and dried flowers on the nose. It’s medium-bodied with soft tannins. Crisp, juicy and bright with a pretty finish.