Papera Lane

Russian River Valley Pinot Noir

The Martin Ray Papera Lane Pinot Noir hails from the renowned Russian River Valley, a region celebrated for producing exceptional Pinot Noir. This red wine showcases an elegant medium body with bright acidity that invigorates the palate. Its fruit intensity is prominent, revealing notes of ripe cherry, raspberry, and subtle hints of earthiness, creating a beautifully harmonious flavor profile. The tannins are soft and well-integrated, providing a lovely structure without overpowering the delicate fruit character. This wine is expertly crafted to be dry, making it an ideal companion for a range of culinary delights, from herb-roasted chicken to mushroom risotto. Enjoy this wine for its finesse and complexity, reflecting the unique terroir of its origin.

Tasting notes:

Raspberry

Cherry

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 Mushrooms, Mushroom Stew

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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