94pts WE

Soft, seductive and focused, this best of the best from the appellation is lengthy and complex, with tension on the palate. Dark cherry, wild cinnamon, crushed rock and black tea mingle effortlessly around a rich, dense roundness that never loses its balance or sense of delicious purpose.

The Russian River Pinot Noir is crafted as a pure expression of each growing season. This appellation cuvee is made with a modest amount of new oak to allow the character of the vintage to take center stage. On the nose, copious amounts of juicy blue and red fruits testify to the warm, dry growing season. The palate boasts an exquisite purity of fruit centered on crushed cherries and fresh raspberries.