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Arista 'Mononi Vineyard' Pinot Noir 2014Russian River Valley

$86.00
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Arista 'Mononi Vineyard' Pinot Noir 2014 Russian River Valley - K. Laz Wine Collection
“The 2014 Mononi Vineyard Pinot noir is a wine with layers of gorgeous aromatics. A bouquet of forest floor, fresh roses, ripe wild cherry, and pencil shavings is present when the wine is first poured.  On the palate, the wine leads with mouth-filling bright red cherry, which builds in intensity, and mellows into a broad smoke-tinged mid-palate. The wine unfolds dramatically in the glass, revealing layers of cola, roasted chestnuts, and black truffle bolstered by polished tannins for a long finish. The Mononi Vineyard is located at the intersection of Olivet Lane and River Road and demonstrates the perfect pairing of clones to soil type and climate. Due to the maritime fog influence and cooler temperatures that characterize the Russian River Valley, this 10-year old vineyard was planted to Dijon Clones 113 and 115. These clones of Pinot Noir are well-suited for cooler climate, and they create intense, fruit forward wines. Clone 115 provides the bright fruit and full-bodied characteristics, with a touch of floral, while Clone 113 possesses fresh acidity and high notes of cranberry and pomegranate. Combined, these two earlier ripening clones create an intricate wine exhibiting true character and finesse.” -  Matt Courtney

  • CountryUSA
  • RegionCalifornia
  • AppellationRussian River Valley - Sonoma