2014 Dutton Estate La Familia-Dutton Ranch Russian River Valley Pinot Noir

14.1% alc., pH 3.85, TA 0.52, 95 cases, $60. Sourced from Kozlowski Family Vineyard located in the heart of Green Valley of Russian River Valley. Vineyard was planted to Pommard clone in 1998 in Goldridge sandy loam soil. 100% destemmed, 5-day cold soak, aged 10 months in French oak barrels, 35% new. · Moderately light reddish purple color in the glass. Regal aromas of fresh black cherry pie, nutmeg and herbs. Delicious charge of seductive cherry and raspberry fruits in a mid weight style with impressive palate fullness and overreaching length. Wonderful harmony and a baby’s bottom texture. A beguiling wine that is quite friendly in the mouth. Score: 93. Reviewed June 5, 2015

Winery: Dutton Estate
From article: Sips of Recently Tasted Sonoma County Pinot Noir