Ketcham Estate, Russian River Valley (Sonoma County, California) Pinot Noir 2019

May 14, 2024

By Rich Cook

 A new producer to me, and we are hitting it off right from the start.  This is quite rich and well integrated aromatically, showing classic Russian River Valley aroma markers of cherry, cola, and root-y spice.  Bright acidity pops in the finish after a silky entry and linear translation of the cherry, cola, and spice tones.  It shows a touch of heat, but that doesn’t detract in any way.  Nice!     

Country / Region

Sonoma County, California

Appellation

Russian River Valley

Grape Variety

Pinot Noir

Color

Red

Vintage

2019

Score

93

Price

US $ 95.00

Producer

Ketcham Estate