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Vine Hill

2018 Russian River Valley Pinot Noir

Sonoma-Cutrer's 2018 Vine Hill Pinot Noir is a captivating expression hailing from the prestigious Russian River Valley. This medium-bodied red wine enchants with its vibrant ruby hue, inviting you to explore its delightful complexity. The acidity is bright, providing a refreshing lift that complements the wine's luscious fruit intensity, showcasing notes of ripe cherries and blackberries. Tannins are soft and well-integrated, adding a subtle structure that enhances the overall elegance. As a dry wine, it offers a smooth, lingering finish that highlights the beautiful character of this varietal. This Pinot Noir is a true celebration of its terroir, making it a perfect choice for both casual sipping and special occasions.

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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