| Rating | 90 |
| Style | Red |
| Variety | Pinot Noir |
| Vintage | 2017 |
| Appellation |
Russian River Valley Sonoma County North Coast California USA |
| ABV | 14.3% |
| Price | $95.00 |
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| Reviewed By | |
| Reviewed | 2020-10-06 |
Perfect For
Special Occasion Splurges, Treat Yo'self, Wine And Cheese Night
Drink If You Like
Merlot, Pinot Noir , Syrah / Shiraz
J. Vineyards Russian River Valley Canfield Vineyard Pinot Noir 2017 Review
This is a very good example of the elegance and power of Pinot Noir from this region. Being a single vineyard wine, you get great focus and balance. The fruit core is supple and soft, and the wine smells like ripe cherries, balsamic, and a hint of soy and soil. Tannins are almost non-existent. I’m sure this wine, with a seared duck breast and maybe a blueberry sauce, would just sing — but this wine is so nice, I may just wanna nice hunk of local cheese, crusty bread, and some good friends.
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