Hirsch Vineyards Raschen Ridge Pinot Noir 2022

Category:
 
Red Wines
Sub-Category:  
 
Red Wines
Producer:
 
Hirsch Vineyards
Label Name:
 
Raschen Ridge Pinot Noir
Vintage:
 
2022
Country:
 
United States
Region:
 
Fort Ross–Seaview, West Sonoma Coast (Sonoma County, CA)
Volume:
 
750ml
ABV:
 
13.5%
Grape(s):
 
Pinot Noir
Acidity:
 
4
Tannins:
 
4
Sweetness:
 
1
Body:
 
4
Length:
 
4
Aroma Intensity:
 
4
Best Temperature:
 
15-17°C

Awards/Ratings
Notable reviews: James Suckling 99; Vinous 98; Decanter 98; Wine Advocate ~94. highly rated by major critics (2022 vintage)

Tasting Note
Cool red fruit of rhubarb, cranberry and sour cherry with graphite, anise, orange peel and winter-forest notes. Dense fruit, muscular mountain tannins, buoyant acidity and energetic minerality; powerful yet elegant with a long, savory finish.

Food Pairing
Roast duck with cherry sauce, mushroom risotto, grilled or miso-glazed salmon, pork tenderloin with herbs; Asian pairings: Peking duck, Korean bulgogi, teriyaki salmon, umami-rich dishes with shiitake or miso.

Production Method
Estate fruit; biodynamic farming. Fermented as Pinot Noir and aged in French oak (approx. 16 months, ~30–33% new) to build structure while preserving site freshness.

Vineyard Info
Hirsch Vineyards (estate) on Raschen Ridge; planted 2002–2003. Renowned West Sonoma Coast producer farming biodynamically; David Hirsch leads site-driven, low-yield viticulture focusing on site expression.