2009 Arista Russian River Valley Pinot Noir

14.3% alc., 739 cases, $44. · Moderately light reddish-purple color in the glass. Ripe and slightly confected dark stone fruit and berry aromas with a slight oak-driven spice and smoke accent. Modestly weighted deep red cherry and berry flavors that are slightly cooked, exhibiting silky tannins, finishing a tad dilute and short. Not as enjoyable as the bottle reviewed over two months ago. Decent. Reviewed November 2, 2011

Winery: Arista Winery
From article: Some Current Russian River Valley Appellation Offerings