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Reserve

2009 Russian River Valley Pinot Noir

Castle Rock Reserve 2009 Pinot Noir from the renowned Russian River Valley is a captivating expression of this celebrated varietal. This wine showcases a medium-bodied profile with a beautifully balanced structure, making it approachable yet sophisticated. The acidity is bright and invigorating, enhancing the wine's freshness while allowing the fruit flavors to shine through. With a prominent fruit intensity, the palate reveals luscious notes of ripe cherries and subtle hints of raspberry, accompanied by delicate floral undertones. The tannins are soft and well-integrated, providing a smooth mouthfeel that is both elegant and refined. This wine is crafted to be dry, allowing the pure essence of the Pinot Noir grape to take center stage, making it an excellent choice for various dining experiences.

Tasting notes:


Black Cherry

Black Cherry

Baking Spice

Baking Spice

Earth

Earth

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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