| Rating | 85 |
| Style | Red |
| Variety | Pinot Noir |
| Vintage | 2017 |
| Appellation |
Russian River Valley Sonoma County North Coast California USA |
| ABV | 13.9% |
| Price | $26.00 |
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| Reviewed By | |
| Reviewed | 2019-04-05 |
Perfect For
Dinner Parties, Host/Hostess Gifting, Pizza Night
Drink If You Like
Gamay, Merlot , Pinot Noir
Balletto Pinot Noir, Russian River Valley 2017 Review
The bitter tinge from the 2016 vintage is still there, probably due to clonal selections. There are nice notes of rhubarb and strawberries with a lofty vanilla note. The bright acidity brings that tang of fruit forward though. Maybe another year in bottle with flesh some things out.
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