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.