Donum's 2022 Single Vineyard Carneros Estate Pinot Noir is a darker, more muscular and brooding expression from Carneros, showcasing the full power and extraction possible from the region. Hints of tobacco, leather, and spice complement vivid notes of dried Bing cherry and raspberry liqueur. Full-bodied with plush boysenberry and dark cherry fruits, framed by sappy tannins and a complex array of dried herbs, black tea, and blood orange. Rich and stylish. Blocks are harvested and fermented separately, then aged for 16 months in 60% new French oak barrels. ~ 94 Decanter
Aromas of plums and berries with hints of flowers. Medium-bodied, creamy and refined, with balance and focus. Bright and vivid. ~ 94 James Suckling
Rich and deep, this savory Pinot jumps from the glass with aromas of blackberry, macerated Bing cherry, woodsy earth and dried mushroom, while the powerful palate brings flavors of spiced black plum, black tea and cinnamon in a plush, tannic framework. Give this wine five years in the cellar and enjoy with hearty pork or lamb courses. ~ 93 Wine Enthusiast
Offers a good mix of steeped red and black cherry fruit mixed with singed mesquite, baking spice and black tea notes. A sanguine echo filters through on the finish, with the toasty edge keeping the upper hand. Drink now through 2031. ~ 91 Wine Spectator
The 2022 Pinot Noir Three Hills is a dark, brooding wine. A blast of dark cherry/plum fruit, espresso, menthol, licorice and dried herbs makes a strong opening statement. This is an imposing, potent style, especially in the tannin profile. ~ 90 Vinous Media


2022 Donum Pinot Noir Single Vineyard Carneros
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- "One of the Finest Estates in Carneros" ~ Wine Enthusiast
- "Rich and Stylish" ~ 94 Decanter
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About The Wine
At A Glance
- Varietal:
- Pinot Noir
- Region:
- Napa Valley
- Sub-Appellation:
- Carneros
- Alcohol:
- 14.8%
- Size:
- 750ml
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- PAIRS WITH
- Chicken · Poultry · Lamb · Grilled Meat · Smoked Meat
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Donum Estate
Donum Estate is where art, earth, and wine meet in perfect harmony. Established in 2001 in the rolling hills of Sonoma’s Carneros region, Donum has built its legacy on the belief that great wines are born from a profound respect for the land. Each vineyard block is farmed with meticulous care, integrating organic and biodynamic practices that allow nature to lead.
The estate’s name—Donum, meaning “gift” in Latin—reflects the philosophy at its core: every bottle is a gift from the vineyard, shaped by coastal breezes, golden California sunlight, and the rugged character of its soils.
Today, under the guidance of the Donum team and with the estate’s iconic open-air sculpture collection watching over the vines, Donum continues to craft expressive, site-driven Pinot Noir and Chardonnay that capture both the artistry of winemaking and the soul of the land.
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