Dumol Russian River Valley Wester Reach Pinot Noir 2022

Category:
 
Red Wines
Sub-Category:  
 
Red Wines
Producer:
 
Dumol
Label Name:
 
Russian River Valley Wester Reach Pinot Noir
Vintage:
 
2022
Country:
 
United States
Region:
 
Russian River Valley, Sonoma County, California
Volume:
 
750ml
ABV:
 
14.1%
Grape(s):
 
Pinot Noir (Calera, Swan, Pommard, Dijon)
Acidity:
 
4
Tannins:
 
3
Sweetness:
 
1
Body:
 
3
Length:
 
4
Aroma Intensity:
 
5
Best Temperature:
 
14-16°C

Awards/Ratings
95 Jeb Dunnuck, 94 Wine Spectator, 94 James Suckling, 94 Wine Enthusiast (reported), 92 Robert Parker's Wine Advocate

Tasting Note
Soaring aromatics of bright red cherry, violet and maraschino with woodsy, mossy nuances. Silky yet concentrated palate: wild berries, savory spice and blood‑orange lift, with supple texture and a sleek mineral finish.

Food Pairing
Roast duck, mushroom risotto, grilled salmon, pork tenderloin, roasted chicken; Asian: Peking duck, miso‑glazed black cod, Korean BBQ (bulgogi), char siu, mushroom hot pot.

Production Method
Hand‑harvested from multiple RRV sites; fermented (approx. 15% whole clusters), aged 15 months in 30% new French oak (Tonnelleries Ermitage & Remond), blended from estate and grower lots.

Vineyard Info
DuMOL, launched in 1996 (partners Michael Verlander & Kerry Murphy). Andy Smith is viticulturist/winemaker since 2000. Known for site-driven Pinot Noir and Chardonnay from the Russian River Valley.