Pinot Noir only reveals its full brilliance in only a few small cool-climate pockets of the world. Russian River Valley happens to be one of them. With the cooling coastal fog that rolls over our estate vineyards each day, Pinot ripens at a leisurely pace. Concentrated, small berries literally burst with flavor, wrapped up in rich spice and plush, round texture.

The 2012 Russian River Valley Pinot Noir opens with fresh aromas of boysenberry, supported by deeper tones of anise, espresso bean and earth. The palate expands into black cherry and dark chocolate flavors, rounded by cola and clove. Well-structured and decidedly velvety, the supple tannins and spice linger on a long satisfying finish.

91+ Point Review - Wine Advocate (Previous Vintage) …sensual, layered personality…Floral notes are woven throughout, adding an element of lift, precision and pure nuance…

90 Point Review - Stephen Tanzer’s International Wine Cellar (Previous Vintage) Creamy and expansive on the palate, offering sweet black raspberry and cherry compote flavors and an exotic note of candied rose.