Wine #137
Russian River Valley Pinot Noir 2018
Pinot Noir
RRP £54.99
UK Stockists
Alliance Wine, Hennings Wine Merchants, The Vineking
SW
Simone Williams
Local importer / agent, Alliance Wine Company Ltd
Description
Highlighting a collection of estate and grower parcels that are defined by their proximity to the coast and Russian River, the wine displays a crimson hue and aromas of violet, Earl grey tea and baked sour cherry. The velvet texture on the palate combines with flavours of Damson plum, red clay, and orange peel that ends with fresh acidity that lifts the palate, lengthening the wine’s finish. Enjoyable with a Brabander goat cheese from Holland or roasted wild mushroom tartine.
Awards
93 pts Wine Spectator Points
Certifications
Relative to the preceding three years, the 2016 growing season was notably cooler, with lower than average daytime highs and colder nights. Though harvest commenced a week earlier than typical, the weather remained stable throughout the ripening phase with no significant heat spikes. The result was balanced fruit of optimal quality and a short harvest period, concluding within a two to three-week timeline.
Alcohol
15.0%
Analytical data
dry
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Vineyard
Russian River Valley