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Chenoweth Ranch

2009 Russian River Valley Pinot Noir

The Patz & Hall Chenoweth Ranch 2009 Pinot Noir is a stunning expression from the renowned Russian River Valley, celebrated for its cool climate and ideal terroir for growing exceptional Pinot Noir. This red wine showcases a beautiful garnet hue, inviting you into its complex aroma profile, where layers of cherry, raspberry, and subtle earthiness intertwine. With a medium body that feels luxurious on the palate, the wine presents a delicate balance of acidity that brings brightness and vibrancy, enhancing its overall approachability. The tannins are notably refined, providing a silky-smooth mouthfeel that complements the fruit intensity, which is prominent yet harmonious. As a dry wine, it finishes with an elegant lingering with hints of spice and forest floor, making it a perfect companion for an array of culinary delights.

Tasting notes:


Black Cherry

Black Cherry

Baking Spice

Baking Spice

Earth

Earth

Flavor profile:


Acidity Mild

Low Pronounced

Body Medium

Very Light Full

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Sweetness Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

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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