2014 Longboard Vineyards Russian River Valley Pinot Noir

13.9% alc., pH 3.61, TA 0.64, 581 cases, $39. Clones 115, 667, 777 and Pommard. 3-day cold soak, open-top fermentation, aged 12 months in French oak barrels, 30% new. · Moderate reddish purple color in the glass. Elevating aromas of Bing cherry, blueberry and oak spice lead to a mid weight styled wine with a core of fresh red cherry and berry fruits offering good vibrancy. The silky tannins make for forward drinking. A thread of citrus plies the background and shows up on the slightly tart finish. Score: 89. Reviewed March 6, 2017

Winery: Longboard Vineyards
From article: Sips of Recently Tasted Wines