Wayfarer Golden Mean Pinot Noir 2014 75cl

The Golden Mean is made exclusively from Pommard and Swan clones. Medium to deep ruby-purple, the 2014 Pinot Noir Golden Mean has a lovely floral nose of violets and roses over a core of red cherries and pomegranate with hints of cinnamon stick and toast. Medium to full-bodied, the palate is packed with perfumed red berry flavors with a solid frame of chewy tannins and seamless freshness, finishing on a spicy note.

Wayfarer's 2014 Pinot Noir Golden Mean is dark, powerful and inviting. Dark red cherry, plum, menthol, new leather and spice meld together in a supple, open-knit Pinot appears to be built for drinking over the next handful of years. At times, the 2014 feels a bit forced, especially when the alcohol peeks through the fruit. Still, this site is so special that there is more than enough pedigree to compensate for the occasional imperfection.