2013 MacRostie Russian River Valley Pinot Noir

14.2% alc., 396 cases, $42, screwcap. Sourced from several vineyards include the winery’s Thale’s Vineyard as well as Flax, Tina Maria, and Widdoes Ranch. Harvest Brix varied from 24.9º to 26.2º on four separate days. 100% de-stemmed into 1-ton fermenters. Aged in French oak barrels, 25% new, 40% one-year-old, and the rest neutral. · Moderately light cherry red color in the glass. Aromas of cherry, sandalwood, nutty oak and discrete spices. Forward drinking and balanced, with mid weight flavors of black cherry and strawberry framed by modest tannins. A solid everyday drinker and an admirable example of the Russian River Valley appellation. Score: 88. Reviewed June 5, 2015

Winery: MacRostie Winery & Vineyards
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