2014 Freeman Russian River Valley Pinot Noir

13.8% alc., 1,008 cases, $44. The largest part of this wine comes from the winery’s Gloria Estate Vineyard and includes all five clones planted there (Calera, Pommard, Martini, Swan and 115). There were also contributions from Thorn Ridge Vineyard (Swan clone) and Sexton Vineyard (clone 2A). Only a few barrels of Keefer Ranch contributed due to low yields in that vineyard. 5-day cold soak in open-top fermenters, hand punch downs, free run juice sent directly to barrel, press wine barreled separately. Aged 11 months in French oak barrels, 25% new. · Light cherry red color in the glass. Complex nose that builds over time in the glass offering aromas of cherry cola, blueberry, sous-bois, baking spices, grape must and timber. Cherry driven with accents of oak and spice and nicely composed with balanced tannins and modest finishing power. Rather elegant and aims to please in a typical Russian River Valley style. Score: 89. Reviewed March 29, 2017

Winery: Freeman Vineyard & Winery
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