2014 Donum Single Vineyard Estate Russian River Valley Pinot Noir

14.7% alc., pH 3.61, TA 0.66, 627 cases, $72. Sourced from the Winside Vineyard planted in 1997 by Anne Moller-Racke and Joe Nugent to 10 acres of Dijon 115 and 667. Some fruit from the Pommard block is also included. Aged in French oak barrels, 55% new. · Moderately dark garnet color in the glass. Demure aromas of black fruits, dark rose petal and oak spice and toast. The fruit pushes the ripeness envelope with flavors of blackberry jam, plum reduction sauce and cassis. The oak is better integrated on the palate. Full-bodied and velvety in the mouth, with balanced tannins and a sweet-fruited, generous finish. Score: 90. Reviewed June 25, 2017

Winery: Donum Estate
From article: Sips of Recently Tasted California Wines