2007 J Pinot Noir, Russian River Valley
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The vineyards
Fruit for our Russian River Valley Pinot Noir was sourced from our estate vineyards as well as selected growers in the Russian River Valley appellation. J uses a variety of clones, mostly Dijon (113, 115, 777, 667) as well as native (Rochioli, 2A). These clones are spread across a range of soil types from rocky riverbed to Goldridge, and when combined are a comprehensive expression of Russian River Pinot.
Processing
The fruit was night harvested to preserve freshness and hand-sorted before destemming into open- and closed-top fermenters. The must was cold soaked 3-10 days before going through natural, extended fermentation. As fermentation nears completion, the wine is allowed to flow freely from the tanks into 100% Burgundian oak barrels where malolactic fermentation takes place. This process allows us to craft a beautifully balanced wine that exhibits a layered complexity of flavors and aromas.
Aging
The wine was aged for 15 months in French oak barrels (30% new). Each lot was allowed to completely develop before being meticulously evaluated for blending. Once the final blends were created, the wine was returned to barrel to allow gentle integration before bottling. After bottling, the wine rests for at least six months.
Tasting Notes
The 2007 vintage is a plush, full wine exhibiting the expressive character of Russian River Valley. An excellent growing season provided a wine of great depth with elegantly composed layers. Aromas of violets, rose and wild blackberry fill the glass. As the wine opens there are hints of cocoa, cinnamon and cloves. The traditional Pinot Noir flavors of cherry and strawberry are fully integrated with the subtle oak tannins.
Winemaker:George Bursick
Appellation:Russian River Valley
Harvest Date:August 23 – October 4, 2007
Wine Alcohol:14.3% by volume
Wine Acid:6.00 grams per liter
Wine pH:3.59
Production:14,5000
Bottling Date:January 2009
Release Date:October 2009
Reviews
90 Points & 1 Star - Connoisseurs' Guide to CA Wine for J Vineyards 2007 RRV Pinot Noir...
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2009 Best California Value Pinot Noirs - PinotFile for 2007 J Vineyards RRV Pinot Noir...
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Exceptional Quality & Excellent By-The-Glass Choice! - Sante Magazine for J Vineyards 2007 RRV Pinot Noir...
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