Russian River Valley Pinot Noir 2024 Appellation Collection
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Fruit for this Pinot Noir is sourced from Russian River Valley. The vineyards here experience marine influence from the ocean as cool air, fog and wind rolls in at night during the summer, dropping temperatures. This natural air-conditioning is ideal for Pinot Noir, allowing the grapes to develop flavor while retaining acidity. To capture the characteristics of Russian River fruit, lots are fermented separately in open top tanks with a 5-10 day cold soak to extract color and flavor. After a long fermentation the wine is racked off into French Oak barrels, 33% new, where it undergoes natural malolactic fermentation followed by aging for 11 months before blending and bottling.
Harvest Note
The 2024 growing season started off wet with abundant rains revitalizing the soil. Cooler temperatures extended ripening and allowed the grapes time to develop deep color, varietal intensity and balanced acidity. Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, and Zinfandel were picked in late August through early September, while the Bordeaux varieties were harvested in September concluding with a final pick of Cabernet Sauvignon in mid-October.
Tasting Note
This luscious Pinot Noir reflects the allure of Russian River Valley fruit - vibrant, complex, bright and textured. Aromas of cherry, earth, and allspice berries merge with flavors of dark red fruit, juicy chocolate covered cherries, and tea leaf. Balanced acidity and silky tannins precede a long and lengthy finish.
Technical Data
GRAPES: 100% Pinot Noir
APPELLATION: Russian River Valley
ABV: 14.10%
AGING: 10 Months in French Oak, 33% New
Unique Selling Points
- Wine Sourced from California Certified Sustainable Winery & Vineyards
- Fruit sourced from Russian River Valley
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