2012 Papapietro Perry Russian River Valley Pinot Noir

14.0% alc., 1,370 cases, $51. Aged in 100% French oak barrels, ! new and " once and twice used barrels. · Moderately light cherry red color in the glass. The nose leads with oak-kissed cherry aromas. Soft and smooth, even slightly creamy on the palate with forward flavors of cherry and raspberry accented with notes of vanilla and baking spice. Very supple tannins and balanced acidity make for armchair drinking. Score: 89. Reviewed May 4, 2015

Winery: Papapietro Perry
From article: On the Pinot Trail: Papapietro Perry