This is a special bottling dedicated to Robert Raen, who taught and inspired his family each and every day and who continues to do so on this journey. This cuvée is a selection of Raen’s finest barrels, giving a window into the cool, rugged hills of the West Sonoma Coast. 

Aromas of red cherry, rose petals, violets, coastal forest floor, wet rock, and lifted red and black berries fill the bowl. Black tea, damp sun-kissed earth, savory herbs, forest berries, and floral notes persist and harken back to the site where the grapes were grown.

 

It's medium to full body with tight, firm tannins and beautiful length and depth. This wine needs three or four years to come together. Try after 2023. So, it should be just right now!

Raen's 2018 Pinot Noir Royal St. Robert is a fabulous introduction to these wines. Airy, gracious, and beautifully perfumed, the Royal St. Robert is especially lifted in this vintage. Intense floral, savory, and spicy notes give the 2018 a striking aromatic presence. The 100% whole clusters are evident, but also nicely layered into the wine's fabric. This is an especially ethereal style. 

Only 1,800 cases were produced.