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South Block Six

Russian River Valley Pinot Noir

The Croix Estate South Block Six Pinot Noir from the Russian River Valley is an exceptional representation of this renowned region. This wine showcases a beautifully balanced character with a medium body that is both elegant and graceful. Its bright, mouthwatering acidity enhances the vibrant aromas and flavors of red cherry, cranberry, and wild strawberry, which are complemented by subtle undertones of earth and spice. The tannins are soft and silky, providing a gentle structure that frames the wine's delicate fruit intensity perfectly. The Russian River Valley's cool climate and foggy mornings have imparted a refined complexity to this Pinot Noir, making it a delightful choice for those who appreciate nuanced, food-friendly wines.

Tasting notes:


Cherry

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

Pairs well with:


Roasted Vegetables, Roasted Mushrooms, Mushroom Stew

Region:


Russian River Valley
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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