Rodney Strong Russian River Valley Limited Pinot Noir 2023

From the Winemaker:

Bright aromas of blue fruit and hibiscus flowers. On the palate, juicy blueberries and ripe pomegranate, with subtle undertones of oak spice and nutmeg. Soft, rounded mouthfeel supported on the finish by lithe, playful tannins. Enjoy this pinot with duck confit, pork loin roast or grilled lamb.

Production Notes:

The 2023 vintage is not one we will soon forget. A cool and wet winter led to a budbreak 2-3 weeks later than average. Daytime temperatures throughout the growing season continued to be unusually cool, with averages in the low 70s and the warmest days just reaching into the mid 80s. This led to an exceptionally late harvest - over a full month later than 2022 on average, offering the grapes an extended hang time to develop extraordinary complexity and concentration. The evening coastal breezes and morning fog blanketing the Russian River Valley preserved fresh acidity and created beautiful balance with the season's generous ripe fruit flavors.