MISFITS & MAVENS PINOT NOIR 2023, California

That toasted oak and cardamom vanilla cream really come through on the finish, and the orange candy note gives it a fun twist. Poured a glass for friends who usually skip reds, and we killed the bottle in an hour.

That toasted oak and molasses note really comes through on the finish, making it more complex than your average California Pinot. The orange candy hint added a surprising sweetness my dinner guests all commented on.

That strawberry jam and spiced raspberry on the nose is exactly what I got when I opened it—so bright and inviting. The cardamom vanilla cream on the palate made it a perfect match for a simple roast chicken dinner.