Classic Russian River Valley characteristics of cranberry sauce, baked black cherry pie, and turned earth this lovely Pinot Noir spends 15 months in 40% new French oak barrels. The palate is a bit more crunchy than the nose and more red-fruit driven, showing complex flavors of wild strawberry, sour red cherry, scorched herbs, saline, and some oak spices. Wonderful acidity hits the mid-palate while the medium tannins are present but integrated. Enjoy now or over the next 8 years. 538 cases produced.
| Rating | Value | Drink |
|---|
| 93 | $80 | 2022-2030 |
| Country | Region | Appellation |
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| United States | California | Sonoma County, Russian River Valley |
| Editor | Issue | Importer |
| J. Young | December, 2021 | |
