Vineyard: Matrix

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Wineries sourcing from this vineyard

Matrix Winery

Reviewed wines produced from this vineyard

2013 Matrix Winery Russian River Valley Pinot Noir

15.1% alc., pH 3.52, TA 0.60, 923 cases, $38. Sourced from Matrix Estate, Monroe Vineyards and Boschetti Vineyards. Native yeast fermentation, aged in French oak barrels. · Moderate reddish purple color in the glass. Very fragrant initially, with aromas of well-ripened Bing cherry and baking spice, giving way over time in the glass to oak-driven scents of smoke, cigar and woodland. Ultra ripe flavors on the palate of black cherry, boysenberry, cola and dark chocolate. Noticeably oak-infused and a bit drying with a slight sense of warmth on the sappy finish. Score: 87. Reviewed March 12, 2016 WINERY » ARTICLE »

2013 Matrix Winery Matrix Estate Russian River Valley Pinot Noir

15.1% alc., pH 3.76, TA 0.62, 248 cases, $56. Clones 667, 777 and “828.” Native yeast fermentation, aged 18 months in French oak barrels, and bottled unfined. Clones 667, 777 and “828.” A best barrel selection of wines from Nunes, R. Buoncristiani and Bacigalupi vineyards. Native yeast fermentation, aged 18 months in French oak barrels and bottled unfined. · Moderately dark reddish purple color in the glass. Initial aromas of black cherry, blueberry and blackberrypomegranate give way to more oak overlay with time in the glass. Very luscious and super-ripe fruited with top notes of cola, dark chocolate, expresso and tobacco engaging the deep black cherry core. The wine is plush on the palate with submerged tannins, displaying a sense of lip warmth on the finish. Score: 88. Reviewed March 12, 2016 WINERY » ARTICLE »