| TASTE BENCHMARKS | |||
| Profile #1 Refined style |
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| Appearance | Medium red. Quite light for this varietal. | ||
| Aroma | The very aromas that define Russian River Pinot Noir: cherry, orange blossom, and lilac. | ||
| Flavor | Round, feminine tannins, bursting with lemon and blackberry on the palate. | ||
| Balance | The pinnacle of refinement is to be found in the Russian River wines, whose age worthiness sets them apart. | ||
| PRODUCTION CORRELATIONS | |||
| Viticultural | Prone to rot. | ||
| Terroir | Cool climate and fog influence. | ||