Matthew Fritz 2018 Pinot Noir, North Coast, CA ($15)

by Andrew Chalk

The thing you see right away is that this is one of the least expensive pinot noirs from California. For the money it is a bargain with lashes of bright red fruit, varietal correctness, and a clean, racy finish. At these price levels you don’t get complexity or French oak, but it is all the more impressive that such an enjoyable pinot noir can be delivered.

Good value

Sample.