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Founders Reserve

2008 Russian River Valley Pinot Noir

The Sonoma-Cutrer Founders Reserve Pinot Noir from the 2008 vintage is a stunning example of this celebrated varietal, hailing from the esteemed Russian River Valley. This wine presents a beautiful deep ruby color in the glass, inviting you to explore its complex profile. On the nose, it reveals alluring aromas of ripe red fruits, such as cherry and raspberry, intertwined with subtle earthy undertones and hints of spice. The palate is wonderfully balanced, showcasing a medium body that is both silky and elegant. With its bright acidity, this Pinot Noir maintains an uplifting freshness, while finely integrated tannins provide just the right structure without overpowering the fruit. The wine is dry, allowing the rich and prominent fruit flavors to shine through, making it an exquisite companion to 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

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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