2018 Pinot Noir Russian River Valley
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The 2018 Pinot Noir sports a medium ruby, plum, almost opaque hue as well as a killer bouquet of ripe black raspberries, redcurrants, roasted herbs, loamy earth, and sandalwood. Rich, almost full-bodied, and beautifully textured, with silky, polished tannins, this is another rock star of a Pinot Noir from Michael Browne that will deliver the goods over the coming 7-8 years, probably longer, although I have no idea why you would delay gratification!
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Jeb Dunnuck
Antonio Galloni, Vinous
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The 2018 Pinot Noir Russian River Valley, medium ruby in color, takes time to unfold to aromas of blackberry preserves, dried red and blue flowers, blood orange and fragrant earth. The medium-bodied palate is silky and intense, with (still youthfully coiled) lush black fruits layered with spices, earth and floral accents, a seamless structure and long finish. Give it another 2-3 years in bottle. 2,168 cases were made.
The 2018 Pinot Noir Estate is racy and exuberant right out of the gate. A rush of sweet red cherry fruit, mocha, spice, cola, licorice and plum race across the palate. Succulent and engaging, with soft contours, the 2018 will drink well right out of the gate as it shows off its sensual personality. Readers will have a hard time keeping their hands off.