2023 Ceritas, "Elliott Vineyard" Pinot Noir, Sonoma Coast - 750ML

Ceritas, led by John Raytek, has earned a devoted following for wines that emphasize site transparency and Burgundian-inspired restraint. Elliott Vineyard, located in the cooler reaches of the Sonoma Coast near Occidental, is known for producing Pinot Noir with striking aromatic lift and finely etched structure. In the even and extended 2023 vintage, the site’s coastal influence translates into a particularly vivid and elegant expression.

Blend: 100% Pinot Noir

Tasting Notes: Fragrant notes of wild strawberry, red cherry, and crushed raspberry unfold alongside rose petal, orange peel, and forest floor. Subtle hints of baking spice, dried herbs, and a gentle saline minerality add complexity. The palate is vibrant and finely detailed, with bright red fruit layered over silky tannins and a persistent, mineral-tinged finish.

Structure: Elegant and finely structured with bright acidity and polished tannins.

Drink Window: 2026–2038

Decanting:
In its youth, a gentle decant of 30–45 minutes will allow the aromatics to fully open and the wine’s layered texture to emerge.

Ceritas Pinot Noirs have become highly sought after for their precision and quiet complexity, and Elliott Vineyard consistently ranks among the winery’s most distinctive bottlings. The 2023 offers a refined, terroir-driven expression of Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir—equally compelling for collectors and for the table.