2013 Balletto Sexton Hill Vineyard Russian River Valley Pinot Noir

13.4% alc., pH 3.59, TA 0.58, 608 cases, $42. Harvest Brix 23.7º and 25.3º. Sourced from an estate vineyard southwest of Sebastopol. Grower is John Balletto and winemaker is Anthony Beckman. Clones are Calera (95%) and Swan (5%). · Moderate reddish purple color in the glass. Lovely, exuberant aromas of Bing cherries and baking spices. Juicy mid weight flavors of Bing cherries, raspberries and boysenberries. Ideal balance with plenty of finishing fruit goodness and length on the dry finish. A forward-drinking crowd pleaser. Score: 91. Reviewed December 11, 2014

Winery: Balletto Vineyards
From article: Tasting Sonoma County Harvest Fair Best of Class & Double Gold Pinot Noirs