"The 2013 vintage, amazingly, looks like it is on track to outshine 2012. The fruit for the 2013 The Cairn Pinot Noir shows a bit more weight and black fruit on the palate, when compared to the 2012. We vinified with 15% whole cluster providing a bit more mouthfeel and spiciness to the wine. We used just a bit more new oak as this year’s version as it could handle it. Still a mix of 115, 667 and Pommard clones, this wine shows more black cherry and black raspberry flavors. While showing some breadth, the wine finishes clean showing its pleasant acid backbone."