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2009 Kenwood Vineyards, Russian River Pinot Noir

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Berrys' Notes

The Russian River flows into the Pacific Ocean so the valley in which it lies acts as a natural channel for the cooling breezes from the sea. This, together with the poor rocky soil of the valley, creates excellent conditions in which to ripen Pinot Noir. 2009 yielded a small crop but the fruit was healthy and concentrated. In very good years such as this the winemaker sometimes adds 10% of whole bunches to the vats, rather than de-stemming every bunch, as this adds structure and body to the finished wine.

After fermentation this Pinot Noir spends 11 months in French oak, none of it new, varying from 1-3 year-old barrels. The bouquet displays soft red fruit aromas, raspberries and cherries with a hint of spice. On the palate there is real concentration, with silky texture, and a long, clean finish with fresh balancing acidity.
(Alun Griffiths MW, BBR Wine Director)Kenwood Vineyards