2018 Occidental "SWK Vineyard" Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir
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2018 Occidental "SWK Vineyard" Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir
Bid on this 2-bottle lot of 2018 Occidental "SWK Vineyard" Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir (100VN, 98JD, 95RP). Vinous: "The 2018 Pinot Noir SWK Vineyard, from the high, steeped section of the Bodega Headlands ranch, is one of the most hauntingly beautiful, mesmerizing wines I have tasted from Occidental. A Pinot of majestic complexity and nuance, the 2018 possesses stunning depth and intensity right out of the gate. Lavender, spice, crushed rocks, mint and blood orange infuse the 2018 with magnificent depth. The 2018 SWK has it all; captivating aromatics, beautifully layered fruit, and tons of structure. It is another fabulous wine from this benchmark Pinot vintage on the Sonoma Coast. (AG)" (01/2021)
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Auction Item Details
2018 Occidental "SWK Vineyard" Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir
Quantity: 2
Bottle Size: 750 ml
Provenance: Purchased from reputable sources on release and stored in a professionally built home cellar. Delivered to K&L via refrigerated transit.
Label Condition: One bottle scuffed label; One bottle lightly scuffed label
High-toned and heady all at once. A bouquet of red and black fruits is layered with fresh thyme, crushed stone, sea water. Savory as well as floral, equally red and black fruited, the wine is totally harmonious. Expresses a tremendous depth of flavor that is more linear than rounded. Nervy, chiseled, and tightly-wound - no other Occidental pinot noir is so salty and mineral-rich in character. Well-defined flavors of tiny alpine strawberries, violets, red currants. Finishes long and hauntingly persistent.
Professional Reviews
100
Vinous
“The 2018 Pinot Noir SWK Vineyard, from the high, steeped section of the Bodega Headlands ranch, is one of the most hauntingly beautiful, mesmerizing wines I have tasted from Occidental. A Pinot of majestic complexity and nuance, the 2018 possesses stunning depth and intensity right out of the gate. Lavender, spice, crushed rocks, mint and blood orange infuse the 2018 with magnificent depth. The 2018 SWK has it all; captivating aromatics, beautifully layered fruit, and tons of structure. It is another fabulous wine from this benchmark Pinot vintage on the Sonoma Coast. (AG)” (01/2021)
98
Jeb Dunnuck
“Lots of mulberry and bright cherry fruits as well as toasted spice and sappy herb notes emerge from the 2018 Pinot Noir SWK Vineyard, and this medium to full-bodied beauty has a great mid-palate, some smoky oak, ripe, grippy tannins, and a rock star of a finish. Reminding me of a great Clos de Bèze from a riper year, it continues to offer more and more dark fruits and violets with time in the glass as well as more obvious structure. 98+” (07/2021)
95
Wine Advocate
“The 2018 Pinot Noir SWK Vineyard has tightened since I first tasted it in 2021 and will benefit from long-term cellaring. It has alluring aromas of red plum, pomegranate liqueur, licorice and spice. The medium-bodied palate is silky and mouthwatering with generous layers of red fruit and a flourish of spice across the long finish. Lay it down in the cellar—it has more to reveal with sufficient time in bottle. (EB) 95+” (01/2025)
Product Details
Quantity: 2
Bottle Size: 750 ml
Provenance: Purchased from reputable sources on release and stored in a professionally built home cellar. Delivered to K&L via refrigerated transit.
Label Condition: One bottle scuffed label; One bottle lightly scuffed label
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