Alberigi2018Russian River Valley Pinot Noir

Tasting Notes

The 2018 Alberigi Pinot Noir almost conjures up the Russian River itself, as though the vibrancy of the rushing water and the stones of the riverbed have skillfully coalesced with the bright fruit so prominently present in wines from this region. Juicy black raspberry, crushed strawberry, and baked plum dart from the glass, while dried lavender and baking spices slowly reveal themselves. Mild hints of beetroot and black olive hearken back to the earth, along with a pleasant flintiness on the finish. With fine acidity balancing a sleek mouthfeel and elegant tannins, the 2018 Alberigi is a wine to savor now, or to cellar and enjoy for many years to come.