2018 Tobiano Pinot Noir

Born for everyday enjoyment, our Tobiano Pinot Noir is less serious than its big brother Alazan. Tobiano is a blend of different parcels within the greater Kingston vineyard, and has been featured by the glass at respected restaurants such as Jean Georges in New York and the Four Seasons in London.

One would never describe the 2018 Tobiano as tannic or big. Freshness and perfume have replaced intensity and extract is the defining trait of the Tobiano, in fact, of all the Kingston wines. 2018 was a mild, forgiving growing season and this is reflected in the easy charm of the Tobiano. In the aromas it reminds me of an Oregon Pinot Noir, with notes of iron, smoke and mineral. On the palate it is juicy and taut with a nice core of red fruit that becomes more apparent with air. It’s got lots of energy and will shine with all sorts of summery fare. Read more in Byron Kosuge's tasting notes ››