1998 Dehlinger Estate Russian River Valley Pinot Noir

14.5% alc., 1,050 cases, $40. · Darkly colored with a slight orange tinge to the rim in the glass and a mild haziness. Plenty of barnyard initially which blows off revealing aromas of black raspberries and blackberries. Rich and full-bodied, dark fruit driven, with some fading and flatness to the fruit profile and a short finish. Reviewed September 19, 2009

Winery: Dehlinger Winery
From article: DEHLINGER: Russian River Valley Stalwart