This inexpensive Russian River Valley Pinot is structured and elegant, shows delicate red-fruited aromas, and a thread of minerality that sets it up as an outstanding food wine. Serve this with roast chicken or savory game dishes. In the realm of inexpensive Pinot Noir, this is among the finest you are likely to find.
D & L Carinalli Vineyards, Russian River Valley (Sonoma County) Pinot Noir 2010
By Robert Whitley