2013 Donum Single Vineyard Russian River Valley Pinot Noir

14.7% alc., pH 3.74, TA 0.58, 890 cases, $72. Anne Moller-Racke planned and planted the Winside Vineyard, formerly the Nugent Vineyard in the mid 1990s, and has farmed the property ever since. Dijon clones 667 and 115 were planted here initially with Pommard added in 2009. All three clones were included in this wine beginning in 2012. A barrel selection that was first offered in 2005. 100% de-stemmed, 6 to 10-day cold soak, slow fermentation with punch downs, and aged 16 months in French oak barrels, 70% new. · Moderately light reddish purple color in the glass. The aromas of cherry liquor and oak draw you into this middleweight styled wine offering crunchy black cherry and dark strawberry fruit flavors. Aggressive on the attack, with a polished mid palate demeanor, and a modest finish. Welcome harmony and easy drink ability. Score: 90. Reviewed March 12, 2016

Winery: Donum Estate
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