2011 Rhys Vineyards Family Farm Vineyard Pinot Noir San Mateo County 1x750ml

Robert Parker 90

Still showing its oak elevage, with some char and vanilla in its sweet cherry, old hearth, roasted herbs and licorice aromas and flavors, the 2011 Pinot Noir Family Farm Vineyard is medium-bodied, nicely textured and has notable acidity that comes through on the finish. This is one of the few wines from Kevin where the oak sticks out (it does integrate more with air), nevertheless, it’s still outstanding and has lots to love. I suspect it will evolve nicely for another 5-7 years. [04/03/2015]

Anticipated maturity: 2015-2022

Vinous 91

The 2011 Pinot Noir Family Farm Vineyard is one of the wilder wines in this range of 2011 Pinots. Game, tar, licorice and dark fruits all take on an intensely mineral personality with distinct volcanic overtones reminiscent of Aglianico and Taurasi. The layered, exotic finish is compelling and full of character. [Antonio Galloni, 01/07/2013]

Anticipated maturity: 2015-2025