Martin Ray Pinot Noir Sonoma Coast 2023 750ml

Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir That Punches Well Above Its Price

Martin Ray has been crafting wines from California's finest appellations since 1943, and their Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir consistently delivers the kind of freshness, complexity, and varietal precision that makes this AVA one of America's most exciting Pinot Noir regions. The 2023 vintage shows beautifully — vivid, alive, and layered, with the cool-climate character that defines the Sonoma Coast at its best.

Expert Reviews - Vintage 2023 

• James Suckling — 93 pts: "Great, fresh feel, vivid fruit flavors and subtle, complex toast and spice notes. Medium-bodied and slightly tannic, alive and refreshing. Red cherries, sour cherries, raspberries, black tea and spearmint. Aromas of spiced cranberry, cedar, cinnamon, and wildflowers."
• Wine Enthusiast — 91 pts: "Bright acid and a savory character, with flavors of plum skin, spiced cherry, black tea, and roses lingering through the finish."

Winemaker Notes

Martin Ray Pinot Noir Sonoma Coast 2023 750ml

Layers of fresh raspberry and plum with hints of candied violets and earth. Vivid red notes carry throughout with tart cherry and hibiscus, with an undercurrent of sassafras and vanilla. Bright acidity on the palate, with velvety yet structured tannins on the finish.

Vineyard & Provenance

• Grape: Pinot Noir
• Appellation: Sonoma Coast, California
• Producer: Martin Ray Winery
• Vintage: 2023
• Closure: Screwcap
• Size: 750ml

Food Pairings

Highly versatile at the table — exceptional with roasted duck, grilled chicken, mushroom risotto, truffle dishes, pork loin, and salmon.