Grapes were hand-picked early each morning into small bins, then hand-sorted and gently destemmed. The wine underwent a four-day cold soak followed by eight to twelve days of fermentation, with hand punch-downs in small, open-top fermenters. After fermentation, it was gently basket pressed and racked into barrels, where it aged for 11 months before the final blend was assembled and bottled. The wiune was then aged for an additional six months in bottle before release.
The 2023 harvest for Sonoma-Cutrer, starting later than usual, and benefited from record winter rains that revitalized the soils and promoted healthy vine growth. Cooler spring and summer temperatures allowed for gradual grape development and extended ripening, ensuring optimal maturity. As October brought warm, dry weather, the grapes reached perfect ripeness. This combination of ample water, cool growing conditions, and a warm finish resulted in a 2023 vintage with exceptional balance, complexity, and depth of flavor.
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This vintage of our Pinot Noir expresses cranberry and wild strawberry aromas that mingle with savory spice, bramble, and black tea. The palate is bright and juicy, with fine tannins, fresh berries, forest floor, and herbal notes. Balanced acidity and spice lead to a refined, medium finish true to the Russian River Valley.
Download Winemaker NotesAlcohol
14.2%TA
6 gms/LPH
3.5RS
Composition
100% Pinot NoirFermentation
100% Tank FermentedPairs well with
Beef, Lamb, Mushrooms, Root Vegetable
Appellation
Appellation
The Russian River Valley is one of the pinnacle areas for Pinot Noirs, known for making rich and flavorful, world-class Pinot Noir.
Why is this? One of the many reasons is the fog. Every day the fog is drawn in from the Pacific Ocean and can decrease the air temperature by as much as 40 degrees. This creates a cooler growing temperature that high quality Chardonnay and Pinot Noir grapes require and gives the wines a touch more natural acidity for balance and complexity. Try Sonoma-Cutrer’s Russian River Valley Pinot Noir that exemplifies the exceptional quality of fruit grown in the Russian River Valley.
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