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Estate Grown

2014 Russian River Valley Pinot Noir

The Martin Ray Estate Grown Pinot Noir from the 2014 vintage showcases the exquisite character of the Russian River Valley. This red wine offers a medium-bodied experience, displaying moderate acidity that lends a refreshing lift to its profile. The fruit intensity is prominent, revealing vibrant notes of ripe cherries and strawberries complemented by hints of earthiness and spice. Tannins are soft and well-integrated, providing a smooth texture that enhances the wine's overall elegance. Being a dry wine, it perfectly balances richness and finesse, making it an excellent choice for a wide range of culinary pairings. The Russian River Valley, known for its cool climate and diverse terroir, imparts a wonderful complexity to this delightful Pinot Noir.

Tasting notes:


Black Cherry

Black Cherry

Raspberry

Raspberry

Earth

Earth

Flavor profile:


Acidity Mild

Low Pronounced

Body Medium

Very Light Full

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Sweetness Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Pairs well with:


Duck Breast, Roasted Herbed Chicken, Seared Salmon

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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