2011 De La Montanya Calandrelli Vineyard Russian River Valley Pinot Noir

14.9% alc., $45. From a vineyard planted in 2006 to “828,” Pommard and 777. Aged 11 months. · Moderately light reddish-purple hue in the glass. Wild raspberries and cherries show up on the fragrant nose that includes hints of cinnamon and nutmeg. Impressive, creamy fullness on the palate featuring an array of dark red and black stone fruits and berries, finishing with generous persistence. Clearly the most outstanding Pinot Noir in the 2011 DLM lineup. Score: 91. Reviewed September 5, 2013

Winery: De La Montanya Estate Vineyards and Winery
From article: On the Pinot Trail at De La Montanya & Cuvaison