Arista Russian River Valley Pinot Noir 2021
- jd94
- ws93
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Category | Red Wine |
Varietal | |
Brand | Arista |
Origin | California, Sonoma County, Russian River Valley |
Alcohol/vol | 13.8% |
Jeb Dunnuck
- jd94
The ripe ruby-colored 2021 Pinot Noir Russian River Valley saw the small addition of about 10% whole cluster. The nose opens to a just gorgeous perfume of red and blue fruit as well as fresh violets and cherry candies. Very tasty indeed, the palate is inviting and medium-bodied, and it has a supple, silky texture, with a long, fresh, pure finish. This inviting red is going to have a wide drinking window over the next 6-8 years.
Wine Spectator
- ws93
Delivers a vivid core of raspberry, mulberry and pomegranate fruit flavors, all carried by mouthwatering acidity through the finish, where tinges of dried anise, potpourri and red tea fill in, showing freshness and definition. Drink now through 2032. 256 cases made.
Vinous
- v89
The 2021 Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley) is delicate, classy and understated. Crushed flowers, sweet red berry fruit, cedar, pipe tobacco and orange peel are all beautifully delineated in this soft, open-knit Pinot from Arista.