The 2012 Pinot Noir Louise is a barrel selection from the Laurene cuvée that in this particular vintage consists of 19 barrels. There is a subtle, seductive exoticism on the nose with plush raspberry and cranberry fruit inflected with a subtle marine influence that becomes more pronounced with aeration. The palate is medium-bodied with caressing tannin and very well-judged acidity. This is very harmonious, a little reticent at first, but fanning out with confidence toward the finish adorned with blackberry, strawberry and allspice notes. Very persistent in the mouth, this is an superb Pinot Noir.