2014 Russian River Valley Pinot Noir

Tasting notes:

After ten-plus years in the bottle the 2014 RRV is a bold wine. The wine, top to bottom, is definitely more earthy than fruity. The nose is all rich earthy loam with mushrom and sweet cut hay. On the palate it is round and lush showing plum and a rich Bing cherry note. While the wine is light in color it is full of character and finishes with a nice tannin grip that leads from the full palate to a finish with dried fruit and earthy aromatics. (Updated 5.31.25 - Alan)

Vineyards: Bucher Vineyard, Choate Vineyard, Starscape Vineyard

Clones: 777, Heritage, Pommard, Swan

Cases produced: 245 cases, fewer than 10 cases currently available

Recipe pairings:

• Vegetarian: Mushroom paté
• Meat: Grilled pork with cherry sauce