The 2023 La Crema Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir is a strong example of California cool-climate Pinot Noir and cool-climate winemaking. The Sonoma Coast AVA has warm days and cool nights, leading to tranquil, foggy mornings. It is these diurnal shifts that develop the complex and nuanced Pinot Noirs we have come to know as hallmarks of this region. 

La Crema Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir 2023 is very approachable now but has the structure to evolve over the next five years. 

A translucent ruby-red color in the glass with a delicate garnet rim hints at it being a young wine. Aromas of red cherry, strawberry, and cranberry dominate. Silky and medium-bodied, this wine is well-balanced, featuring plenty of juicy fruit flavors, gentle tannins, and lively acidity that frame its profile as being both fresh and food-friendly.

La Crema Sonoma Valley Pinot Noir 2023 is versatile and pairs well with a variety of food choices. It is an enjoyable pairing with roasted chicken, grilled pork chops, roasted lamb, and earthy mushroom dishes. 

It is a good buy at around $28, and with a 90-point rating from Wine Enthusiast magazine, I think this is a wine you should consider when adding a California Pinot Noir to your wine rack.