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Senses Wines MCM88 Russian River Pinot Noir 2021
£378.19
Current Price (inc. Tax)
3 bottle(s) at £126.06 per bottle.
In stock
SKU
HD55651211
Senses Wines MCM88 Russian River Pinot Noir 2021
- Grapes Pinot Noir 100%
- Country USA
- Region California Russian River Valley
- Abv 14.5 %
- Contains sulphites Yes
- Body Value: C (A is light, E is full-bodied)
Residual Sugar: 0
Contains Sulphites: Yes
Vegetarian/Vegan: Yes/Yes
Milk/Eggs: No/No
Organic: No
Biodynamic: No - Case size 3/ 75cl
- Winemaker: Thomas Rivers Brown
- Closure Natural Cork
- A luscious, well-rounded Pinot Noir offering a rich tapestry of aromas, including the delightful notes of black raspberries and pomegranate that are elegantly complemented by subtle hints of lavender, rose oil, and wild sage. One experiences a captivating interplay of black fruits and mineral undertones on the palate that gradually unfold into an earthy finish, highlighted by a delicate floral accent. The 2021 vintage's journey began with a dry winter that saw below-average rainfall, followed by a cool and extended spring that kept the vines dormant until late March. The dry, cool spring weather led to slower shoot growth, resulting in lower yields and smaller berries. However, this challenging environment ultimately fostered fruit that exhibited uniform development, resulting in concentrated flavours, deep colour, and luxurious texture. The 2021 harvest was characterized by delightful, temperate weather conditions that persisted through the picking season, ensuring the grapes were gathered under optimal conditions.
- Awards
96 Pts, Lisa Perrotti-Brown,
2022
The grapes were vinified in open-top vats and underwent whole-berry fermentation with wild, indigenous yeasts from the vineyard to fully express the terroir. Maturation lasted 10 months in 100% French oak, 35% new, and the remainder second-used. The wine takes its name from the three founders' initials and birth year.
A rich, concentrated Pinot Noir with aromas of black raspberries and pomegranate layered with hints of lavender, rose oil and wild sage. Black fruits and mineral notes lead to an earthy finish with a floral lift.
| Price | £315.16 |
|---|---|
| Country | United States |
| Vintage | 2021 |
| Bottles Per Case | 3 |
| Bottle Size | 75 |
| 2 cases 10% off | No |
| Winery | The grapes for the MCM88 come from the famed vineyard formerly known as Keefer Ranch, which produces an exuberant single vineyard Pinot Noir from the block originally farmed by Kosta Browne. The grapes come from a very special block, now known as Perry Ranch, which produces a bold style of Pinot Noir with great concentration and richness. Located in the heart of Green Valley, a sub-AVA of the Russian River Valley, Perry Ranch was planted in 1996 with clones Pommard 4, 114, 777 and 23, and the vineyard covers just over five hectares. Today, the ranch is managed by Steve and Joe Dutton, two acclaimed agriculturalists whose family has been farming in Sonoma for over a hundred years. The Green Valley AVA receives dense morning fogs originating from the Petaluma Gap, which makes for cooler mornings than other regions of the Russian River Valley. The sandy-loam Goldridge soils provide excellent drainage. The fruit is sustainably grown and manually harvested. |
| Keywords | Senses, Russian, River, Pinot Noir |
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