August Briggs "Russian River" Pinot Noir ’07

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The Russian River Valley has established itself as one of the premier locations for Pinot Noir on earth, and for good reason. The wines from this appellation consistently show the bright, fruity exuberance of California wine, while displaying the haunting nuance of wines from its homeland in Burgundy.

The 2006 Russian River Pinot Noir is the most “Burgundian” style wine of the ‘06 vintage, with aromas of violets, bramble berry, perfume and earth. It has dense fruit flavors of plum and raspberry with a moderate amount of spice. It finishes rich and warm. It is well structured and age-worthy.—Winemaker’s Notes