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Russian River Vineyards Pinot Noir Cuvee
Russian River Vineyards
United States - California - Russian River Valley

The thought of this blend is to showcase the harmonious nature of all Russian River vineyards together and how well they can complement each other. This is an elegant blend of wines from five of Russian River vineyards with a unique flavor that they consider to be the essential “Russian River Valley” wine. This wine is a striking complement to their traditional single vineyard approach. It affords them the luxury to mix & match the distinct characteristics and flavor profiles from the various vineyards. And it is anything but your traditional “blend”. Because it is made exclusively from premium single vineyard wines, they think it is a cut above typical Cuvées. Case in point: 35% of this blend was aged in new french oak barrels, a level you will rarely, if ever, see in a Cuvée. Even better, this wine is an incredible every day value!

This is a spicy, lush, and bright wine with notes of cherry.

Specifications
Appellation
Russian River Valley
Wine Type
Red
Varietal(s)
100% Pinot Noir
Vinification
Aged 19 months in French oak barrels (35% new).
Production
1,424 (9-liter cases)

Reviews and News

2017 Russian River Vineyards Pinot Noir Cuvee - 92 PTS - JS

2017 Russian River Vineyards Pinot Noir Cuvee - 92 PTS - JS

james suckling hq logo plain"A pinot with plenty of dried berry, cherry, smoke and spice. Some cedar and mahogany undertones as well. It’s medium-to full-bodied with a creamy texture and a flavorful, savory finish. Drink or hold."
- James Suckling (November 2020), 92 pts

Producer Information: Russian River Vineyards

In 2008, fourth generation farmer and aspiring winemaker Giovanni Balistreri, under the tutelage of award-winning winemaker Anthony Austin, set out to reclaim the rich history and enormous un-tapped potential of ...
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