Russian River Valley Pinot Noir

Light ruby in color with light intensity and a pink rim.

Sweet nose of cherries, strawberries, earth, spices, black pepper, red candy, light vegetables, vanilla, wood and light barnyard.

Light to medium in body with medium acidity and nice legs.

Dry on the palate with plums, strawberries, bell pepper, vegetables, herbs, light vanilla, oak, peppercorn and spices.

Medium finish with soft tannins and black pepper.

This is an average Pinot Noir from Russian River Valley. Simple and balanced, but not complex, with a light mouthfeel. This was probably better a year or two ago.

Enjoyable with food. I paired it with a cheese plate and crackers.

13.5% alcohol by volume.

Funky smell, but tastes okay. A bit light. Go for it if <$10

A gift. Didn’t have high hopes but was pleasantly surprised. This isn’t one you want to serve to impress, but would be great choice if need a Pinot for a party or if paired with pizza, burgers, maybe Chinese food, etc. It’s on the sweeter side, showing candied cherries with tobacco and smoke. Decent for the price point.

Was drinking this along leftover Thanksgiving ham and it was rather reminiscent of it, with lots of smoky notes, as well cranberry sauce, raspberries and baking spice.

Love it smooth with cherry and though it says spice it’s palatable and smooth

Very fruit forward.

Smooth all the way through, middle of the road not overly fruity or bitter. Not dry either

Jammy with mild tannins. Needs to breath some before enjoying.

Jus because it's hand crafted in small lots doesn't mean it's good. I don't know how you mess up a Pinot. But they did it.

Bright, red fruit. Jammy and tangy, subtle spice. Smooth long finish.