2019 Dutton Estate Winery La Familia Dutton Ranch Russian River Valley Pinot Noir

14.4% alc., pH 3.70, TA 0.57, 234 cases, $74. Released June 2022. Sourced from Kozolowski Family Vineyard located in the Green Valley AVA of the Russian River Valley AVA. The vineyard was once the site of the largest raspberry patch in Northern California. It was converted to a vineyard in 1998 with planting of Pinot Noir clones Pommard, Swan and Dijon 115. This bottling only contains the Pommard clone. Harvest Brix 24.5º. Aged in 50% new French oak barrels. · Moderately light garnet color in the glass. The aromas of black cherry and peppery herbs are appealing. A seductive, mid-weight style with a delicious core of well-spiced cherry fruit. A debutante of a wine with a silky mouth feel and a delicate but juicy cherry-driven finish. Score: 92. Reviewed July 24, 2022

Winery: Dutton Estate
From article: Recently Reviewed CA & OR Pinot Noir Wines