Dumol Russian River Valley "Ryan" Pinot Noir 2019

Category:
 
Red Wines
Sub-Category:  
 
Red Wines
Producer:
 
Dumol
Label Name:
 
Russian River Valley "Ryan" Pinot Noir
Vintage:
 
2019
Country:
 
United States
Region:
 
Russian River Valley, Sonoma County, California
Volume:
 
750ml
ABV:
 
14.1%
Grape(s):
 
Pinot Noir
Acidity:
 
4
Tannins:
 
3
Sweetness:
 
1
Body:
 
4
Length:
 
4
Aroma Intensity:
 
4
Best Temperature:
 
14-16°C

Awards/Ratings
Press highlights: Jeb Dunnuck 96, Vinous 95, James Suckling 94, Wine Advocate 94. DuMOL tasting notes and release recommend drinking window ca. 2022–2032

Tasting Note
Perfumed black raspberry and cherry with savory spice, floral and herbal hints, graphite and tea-leaf notes. Silky, medium–full body with focused acidity, fine tannins and a long, mineral-driven finish.

Food Pairing
Western: roast duck, mushroom risotto, pork tenderloin, grilled salmon. Asian: Peking duck, miso‑glazed salmon, teriyaki chicken, shiitake soba, char siu pork.

Production Method
Hand‑harvested, small‑lot fermentations from Calera clone; aged 15 months in 40% new French oak (Tonnellerie Chassin).

Vineyard Info
DuMOL is a Windsor‑based Sonoma producer led by Andy Smith, specializing in single‑vineyard Pinot Noir and Chardonnay since the 1990s. Small production, high‑density plantings and close partnerships with Dutton Ranch.