2008 Arista Longbow Russian River Valley Pinot Noir

14.5% alc., pH 3.80, 430 cases, $44. Released spring 2010. Sold out. Aged in 65% new French oak. · The nose is closed for business with oak at the forefront and only a hint of mixed purple berry and dark stone fruit peaking out over time in the glass. A mediumweighted fruit-driven wine with flavors of black cherries, black currants and plums veering to the ripe side with oak in the background. Silky smooth with mild tannins. Needs more time. Tasted twice. Good. Reviewed December 14, 2010

Winery: Arista Winery
From article: Drinking Small