Donum Russian River Reserve Estate Grown Pinot Noir 2012

$89.99

Limited new release from one of California's hottest Pinot producers! Anne Moller Racke planned and planted Donum's Russian River vineyard in the mid-1990s and has farmed the property ever since.  The Donum 2010 Estate Pinot Noir Carneros is always a best barrel selection from the less vigorous blocks which consistently show something special. 94 Points Robert Parker:  "Alcohol-wise, Donum’s 2012 Pinot Noir Estate Reserve is one of their bigger efforts coming in at 14.7%. However, the alcohol does not show whatsoever. This dark ruby/plum-hued Pinot reveals great finesse along with beautiful floral notes intermixed with blueberry, boysenberry and cherry fruit, and no noticeable oak, heat or alcohol. This medium to full-bodied, beautifully textured Pinot Noir comes across like a premier cru from Chambolle-Musigny. Enjoy it over the next 7-8 years."

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Red Wine
Russian River Valley, Sonoma County, California, USA
Pinot Noir
750ml
Turkey, Game, Exotic Spices, Soft Cheese, Duck, Goose, Salads & Greens, Potato, Quinoa, Farro, Brown Rice, White Rice, Pasta, Herbs, Nuts & Seeds, Mushrooms, Chicken, Meaty & Oily Fish, Shellfish, Crab & Lobster, Stew, Onion, Shallot, Garlic, Salami & Prosciutto, Salmon, Quinoa, Shellfish

Ratings on Delectable

Kevin Cahill

This may be one of the best Pinots that I have ever tasted. Medium body,very smooth, but tannic as well. Excellent.

This may be one of the best Pinots that I have ever tasted. Medium body,very smooth, but tannic as well. Excellent.

9.8

Saul Gropman Delectable Pro

Owner/Operator Cafe La Haye

From magnum. 667 & Pommard. Glorious lush wine

From magnum. 667 & Pommard. Glorious lush wine

9.5

Charles Hudson

I really wanted to love this one more. It was excellent, but not quite as good as the regular single vineyard RRV offering.

I really wanted to love this one more. It was excellent, but not quite as good as the regular single vineyard RRV offering.

9.2

Vino Joe

It has definitely receded with age. Much different than the 2012s I enjoyed several years ago. The fruit is muted and it’s a bit more astringent. But it’s a lingering finish and it has a nice mouthfeel. The alcohol seems more pronounced now though. I liked it as different but I prefer the youthful version with more pop and balance.

It has definitely receded with age. Much different than the 2012s I enjoyed several years ago. The fruit is muted and it’s a bit more astringent. But it’s a lingering finish and it has a nice mouthfeel. The alcohol seems more pronounced now though. I liked it as different but I prefer the youthful version with more pop and balance.

9.2

Vino Joe

This was still very good but possibly on the downward slope now. A Pinot with a bit of pop and zip.

This was still very good but possibly on the downward slope now. A Pinot with a bit of pop and zip.

9.2

Linda Reed

Bright ruby color & full of flavor

Bright ruby color & full of flavor

10
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