2018 Gary Farrell Rochioli Vineyard Russian River Valley Pinot Noir

13.9% alc., pH 3.55, TA 0.76, 538 cases, $80. Released September 2021. 80% of the fruit was gently de-stemmed and 20% was added to the fermentation tank as whole clusters. 5-7 day cold soak 10-15 day extended maceration. Aged 15 months in French oak barrels, 40% new. · Moderate garnet color in the glass. A knockout nose with deep aromas of dark cherry, olallieberry, spice, pencil lead and toast. Fuller-bodied in style, with a richly flavored dark cherry core. Slightly earthy with a shadow of oak. A silky, Pinot-typical mouthfeel brought smiles. Outrageously long, fruitsoaked finish. Still superb when tasted two days later from a previously opened bottle. Score: 95. Reviewed October 2, 2022

Winery: Gary Farrell Vineyards & Winery
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