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97 -Jeb Dunnuck -

96 -Vinous -

93 -James Suckling -

Technical Details

  • Blend 100% Pinot Noir
  • Winemaker Rob Fischer
  • Country US
  • Region California
  • Sub Region North Coast
  • Appellation Sonoma County
  • Vineyard a blend of Snow and Upp Road vineyards
  • Farming Method Sustainable Practices
  • Oak French oak, 25% new
  • Fermentation fermented in small open-top tanks with gentle pumpovers and manual punchdowns for 16 days with native yeast, malolactic fermentation in French oak barrels, 25% new
  • Aging / Cooperage aged for 11 months in French oak, 25% new
  • Alcohol 13.5%

Marine Layer Pinot Noir Gravenstein Hills Sonoma Coast 2023

Pinot Noir | California

JD97, VN96, JS93

Sustainable Practices

$80.00

$69.95

750ML

12% OFF RETAIL!

Baron Ziegler and winemaker Rob Fischer built their reputations together at Banshee Wines before launching Marine Layer in 2018 with a singular vision: cool-climate Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir from the most serious vineyards along the fog line. The name pays homage to the thick Pacific marine layer that pours through the coastal gaps and ridges of Sonoma, keeping temperatures low and ripening slow, producing wines of uncommon freshness and precision for California. The Gravenstein Hills designation refers to fruit from the celebrated Dutton-Gravenstein Vineyard, one of the most storied addresses in the Russian River Valley, where Goldridge sandy loam soils and the cooling influence of the Sebastopol Hills corridor produce Pinot Noir of extraordinary finesse. Previous vintages from this site drew 96 points from Vinous and 95 from both Jeb Dunnuck and The Wine Independent, with the 2021 called the star of the Marine Layer lineup by Vinous, deep and explosive, with notable whole-cluster savoriness, red and purplish fruit, iron, sage, mint, dried herbs, and blood orange infusing it with tons of complexity and pedigree. The 2023 carries that same DNA: spicier and woodsy, with purple flowers, raspberry, and a beautifully meaty mid-palate, fermented with whole clusters on native yeasts and aged in a restrained hand of new French oak. If the Gravenstein Hills has a house style, it is equal parts charm and structure, and this delivers both in abundance. Drink it now with a long decant or cellar through the early 2030s.

About The Producer

Marine Layer Wines is the realization of a long-held vision by Baron Ziegler, brought to life through his partnership with winemaker Rob Fischer. Their collaboration began during their years at Banshee Wines, where Baron recognized Rob’s skill and passion as the ideal match for creating a Sonoma Coast-focused brand. Together, they embarked on a mission to craft wines exclusively from the region’s finest vineyards, reflecting their deep commitment to Sonoma’s unique terroir. Guided by discovery, precision, and creativity, Marine Layer’s approach is both artisanal and sustainable. The team emphasizes heritage clones, hand-harvesting, and meticulous farming practices to produce wines that balance elegance with approachability. The name “Marine Layer” honors the thick coastal fog that defines the Sonoma Coast, where challenging conditions and cooler temperatures extend grape hang-time. This results in wines with bright acidity, refined complexity, and a harmonious expression of the region’s character.

$80.00

$69.95

750ML