2013 Peter Paul Gravenstein Highway Russian River Valley Pinot Noir

14.5% alc., 561 cases, $34. Sourced from vineyards located on Gravenstein Highway between the towns of Sebastopol and Forestville, primarily Anderson-Ross Vineyard. Dijon 115 and clone 23. 6-day cold soak, natural yeast fermentation, aged in 100% French oak barrels, 30% new. · Moderate reddish purple color in the glass. Lovely aromas of Bing cherry, shaved oak and earthy flora. Forward and giving, with mid weight plus flavors of red and black fruits and a pinch of oak. Sleek, with streamlined tannins and some length on the giving finish. Score: 90. Reviewed April 2, 2016

Winery: Peter Paul Wines
From article: Many Exceptional Pinot Noirs Reviewed