Emeritus Vineyards Hallberg Ranch Russian River Valley Pinot Noir 2019

$47.99

From Sonoma-Cutrer founder                                            New Pinot Noir from Brice Jones, founder of pioneering winery Sonoma-Cutrer. Limited. 93 Points James Suckling: "Very attractive aromas of ripe dark cherries here with a swath of blueberries and violets, too. The palate has a supple, smooth and glossy feel with a sleek array of fine tannins, folding out long and smooth at the finish. Solid pinot here. Drink or hold." 92 Points Wine Enthusiast: "From the producer's vast estate vineyard this wine is powusiasterfully built in tannin and rich red-cherry fruit, with an enviable intensity of flavor. A grippy texture underlies an expansive weight and breadth of structure, with deft elements of cola and spicy cinnamon." The Emeritus Hallberg Ranch Pinot Noir Sonoma Coast has the signature cranberry, sour black cherry and dried orange rind aromas, complimented by lightly toasted nuts and licorice. Driven by black spice, earth and a hint of fresh tea leaf, the flavors of the many clones and blocks reveal themselves in multiple layers. The home ranch of Emeritus Vineyards lies along Sonoma County’s Goldridge-an eight mile long, low ridge running from Sebastopol to Forestville in the lower reach of the Russian River Valley. The ranch lies in the sub-appellation Green Valley. The Goldridge is America’s Cote de Nuits, home to many top Pinot Noir producers

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Ratings on Delectable

"Odedi" Delectable Pro

Pretty ruby in color with a wide reddish rim. Strong nose of black cherries, sweet raspberries, strawberries, light wood, spices, earth, vegetables, light barnyard and herbs. Medium plus in body with medium plus acidity. Dry on the palate with red cherries, strawberries, raspberries, spices, light oak, dark chocolates, earth, tobacco leaf, herbs and peppercorn. Tangy finish with soft tannins and cranberries. This is a tasty Pinot Noir from Russian River Valley. Showing light elegance, with a soft mouth feel. Still young and will benefit from a few years in the bottle. Good right out of the bottle, and shows more complexity after 30 minutes of airtime. This 3 year old Single Vineyard is fruit forward and tangy. Spicy and entertaining. Aged in French oak barrels (35% new) for 10 months. Unfiltered and unfined. I paired it with cheeses and dried meats. 13.7% alcohol by volume. 89 points. $48.

Pretty ruby in color with a wide reddish rim. Strong nose of black cherries, sweet raspberries, strawberries, light wood, spices, earth, vegetables, light barnyard and herbs. Medium plus in body with medium plus acidity. Dry on the palate with red cherries, strawberries, raspberries, spices, light oak, dark chocolates, earth, tobacco leaf, herbs and peppercorn. Tangy finish with soft tannins and cranberries. This is a tasty Pinot Noir from Russian River Valley. Showing light elegance, with a soft mouth feel. Still young and will benefit from a few years in the bottle. Good right out of the bottle, and shows more complexity after 30 minutes of airtime. This 3 year old Single Vineyard is fruit forward and tangy. Spicy and entertaining. Aged in French oak barrels (35% new) for 10 months. Unfiltered and unfined. I paired it with cheeses and dried meats. 13.7% alcohol by volume. 89 points. $48.

8.9

Chris Buffum

The best Pinot Noir still hands down (.) period

The best Pinot Noir still hands down (.) period

9.7

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