2014 Hartford Court Russian River Valley Pinot Noir

14.5% alc., 5,500 cases, $38. Released May 2016. A blend of all single vineyard estate properties in the Russian River Valley and five grower vineyards. Aged 10 months in French oak barrels, 33% new. Bottled unfined and unfiltered. · Moderately dark reddish purple color in the glass. Bright aromas of Bing cherry lead to a mid weight plus styled wine that is lusciously endowed with ripe black cherry fruit flavor. Fruit driven and balanced, but not complex. Score: 89. Reviewed June 19, 2016

Winery: Hartford Family Winery
From article: Tasting Along the Pinot Road