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Vine Hill

2010 Russian River Valley Pinot Noir

Sonoma-Cutrer Vine Hill is an enchanting Pinot Noir from the esteemed Russian River Valley, showcasing the best characteristics of this renowned wine-growing region. The 2010 vintage glows with a vibrant red hue, inviting you to explore its enticing aromas of ripe red cherries and subtle earthiness. On the palate, this wine reveals a medium-bodied profile that balances luscious fruit intensity with a graceful acidity, making it a truly harmonious sip. The tannins are elegantly structured, offering a refined mouthfeel without overpowering the delicate flavors. This Pinot Noir is crafted with precision, embodying the mark of a well-made wine, and it presents a dry finish that is both satisfying and appetizing, making it an excellent companion for 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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