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Bacigalupi Vineyard

2011 Russian River Valley Pinot Noir

The Gary Farrell Bacigalupi Vineyard Pinot Noir from the esteemed 2011 vintage showcases the enchanting qualities of the Russian River Valley. This wine presents a vibrant ruby red color, inviting you to explore its aromatic profile. On the palate, it reveals a medium-bodied structure with a well-balanced acidity that enhances its freshness and liveliness. The fruit intensity is pronounced, offering delightful notes of ripe cherry, raspberry, and hints of cranberry that intertwine beautifully with subtle earthy undertones and a touch of spice. The tannins are firm yet smooth, providing a lovely backdrop and complexity to the experience. As a dry wine, it concludes with a graceful finish, making it an excellent companion for a variety of culinary delights.

Tasting notes:


Black Cherry

Black Cherry

Raspberry

Raspberry

Baking Spice

Baking Spice

Flavor profile:


Acidity Mild

Low Pronounced

Body Medium

Very Light Full

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Sweetness Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Pairs well with:


Roasted Chicken, Grilled Portobello

Region:


Russian River Valley

Prized for its elegant Pinot Noir and Chardonnay, Sonoma's Russian River Valley is one of California's premier AVAs for cool-climate wines. Blessed with the Petaluma Gap—a break in the coastal mountains where chill, foggy air blows in from the Pacific—the valley also benefits from the effects of the Russian River itself. This draws cool Pacific Ocean air inland and creates blanketing fogs that veil the vineyards throughout the chilly mornings. The result is one of the state's longest and coolest growing seasons. Bracing acidity and complex flavors characterize wines from this region, which also includes excellent sparklers made from Pinot Noir and Chardonnay.

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