De La Montanya's Vineyards

2012 Russian River Valley Pinot Noir

Ellipsis De La Montanya's Vineyards offers a captivating rosé, showcasing the elegance and complexity of Pinot Noir from the renowned Russian River Valley. This vintage, crafted in 2012, reveals a delicately balanced character with a body that is refreshingly light yet enticingly vibrant. A delightful acidity brings liveliness to the palate, while the fruit intensity is pronounced, featuring luscious notes of ripe strawberries and cherries that dance harmoniously alongside subtle floral undertones. The tannins are soft and approachable, providing a gentle structure that complements the wine's refreshing nature. This rosé embodies a bone-dry profile, making it an ideal companion for a range of dishes or a perfect sip on its own, exuding the charm and finesse of the region itself.

Tasting notes:

Black Cherry

Raspberry

Earth

Flavor profile:

Acidity Medium

Low Pronounced

Body Light

Very Light Full

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Sweetness Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Pairs well with:

Duck Confit, Roasted Herbed Chicken

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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