Marchelle Fourth Act Carneros Napa Pinot Noir 2021 Rated 93WE

Wine Enthusiast Review
Rated 93
This velvety, plummy and mouthfilling wine carries dark plums, black cherries and cloves on a rich texture backed by moderate tannins. From winemaker Greg La Follette, the wine is steeped in delicious fruits and has just enough acid structure to balance them well.

Marchelle Fourth Act Carneros Napa Pinot Noir 2021

A refined, site-driven Pinot Noir from Marchelle, sourced from select Carneros vineyards and crafted with the winery's hallmark focus on elegance, purity, and cool-climate expression.
The 2021 Fourth Act delivers lifted aromatics, red-fruit finesse, and layered complexity—an exceptional Napa-Carneros Pinot shaped by fog, wind, and meticulous small-lot winemaking.

Key Details

• Producer: Marchelle Wines
• Region: Carneros (Napa Valley)
• Varietal: 100% Pinot Noir
• Style: Elegant, aromatic, cool-climate Pinot Noir
• ABV: 14.1%
• Winemaking: Small-lot fermentation; gentle extraction; French oak aging

Tasting Notes

• Red cherry, raspberry, and wild strawberry
• Rose petal, tea leaf, and subtle forest floor
• Hints of baking spice, cocoa, and refined oak
• Silky tannins with bright acidity and a long, graceful finish

Profile & Craft

• Carneros' cool winds and fog preserve freshness and aromatic lift
• Precision-focused winemaking to highlight purity and texture
• French oak adds polish without overshadowing fruit
• Fourth Act represents Marchelle's most expressive Carneros Pinot Noir bottling

Serving & Pairing

• Serve at 55-60°F
• Pairs with duck breast, salmon, mushroom risotto, and soft cheeses
• Ideal for fans of elegant, terroir-driven Pinot Noir
• Drink now through 2032