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Concrete

2012 Russian River Valley Pinot Noir

The Thomas George Estates Concrete Pinot Noir from the esteemed 2012 vintage hails from the picturesque Russian River Valley, a region renowned for producing exceptional cool-climate wines. This full-bodied red showcases a brilliant crimson hue, indicative of its vibrant character. The wine presents a high level of acidity, lending it a mouthwatering quality that beautifully accentuates the fruit intensity, which is prominent with luscious notes of dark cherry and ripe plum. The tannins are notable yet refined, providing a structured backbone that enhances the overall balance of the wine. With its remarkable depth and complexity, this Pinot Noir emerges as a dry and captivating offering that perfectly reflects its terroir, making it a delightful companion for a variety of culinary creations or simply enjoyed on its own.

Tasting notes:


Black Cherry

Black Cherry

Baking Spice

Baking Spice

Forest Floor

Forest Floor

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, Roasted Herbed Chicken, Seared Salmon

Region:


Russian River Valley
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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