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Rodney Strong Russian River Pinot Noir Estate Vineyards 2016
Russian River, Sonoma County, California, United StatesThe 2015 offered a sea change in style and the 2016 treks down the new path too. A lighter, more translucent red colour previews a soft, spicy, cedar, forest floor affair that spills across the palate. The attack is silky and very spicy with a mix of twiggy, earthy, red fruit along with a more ethereal Russian River style, long on silky textures but without the heat and power of many of its brethren - and less sweetness. This is a very good direction with more complexity and interest and with a balance that makes it more food friendly. Bravo Rodney Strong.Tasted: 26 January 2019Tasted by: Prices:BC | $28.00 | 750ml | speculative listing - Mark Anthony Brands |
AB | $27.00 | 750ml | fine wine boutiques |
US | $19.00 | 750ml | retail |
ON | $25.00 | 750ml | Vintages Essential |
Grape: Pinot NoirCSPC: 545343UPC: 087512927957