98 Double Gold
Russian River Valley
Estate
Pinot Noir 2021
90 points
Russian River Valley Maboroshi Large Format 2015
Collection
Vineyard Designate
The wines in this collection are primarily from Sonoma County, with most vineyards located within the distinct neighborhoods of the Russian River Valley appellation. These sites are exceptional—whether for their placement on slopes and ridges, the presence of rare old vines or unique clones, or the dedication of growers with decades of proven excellence.
Maboroshi
Tucked into the rolling hills of southwestern Sebastopol, the Maboroshi Vineyard is gently sheltered by western ridges that guard against excessive coastal fog and wind. Here, the cool afternoon breezes offer a subtle coastal influence, creating an ideal microclimate for growing expressive fruit.Named Maboroshi—a Japanese word meaning “whimsical dream”—the vineyard embodies what it represented to its founders, Tom and Rebecca: a beautiful, fleeting vision brought to life.
Story
The Maboroshi Vineyard, nestled in the Sebastopol Hills 600 feet in elevation, is one of the first spots to clear from the morning fog as ridges to the west shelter the site from any lingering marine layer. Named "whimsical dream" in Japanese, this vineyard is the meeting ground for opposites: warm sunlight and cool fog, elegance and structure. Fine Goldridge loam nurtures the vines, and the Kisaichi family meticulously tends to them using sustainable methods. First planted in 1999 and 2000, the steep hillside vineyards are not tilled in an effort to help prevent erosion and instead, sheep are used to do the weeding for the family. Cover crops have helped keep the number of “good bugs” on the rise while leading to a drastic decline in the number of “bad bugs” without the use of pesticides. The Kisaichi family, like DeLoach Vineyards, is truly dedicated to producing the best fruit possible while becoming more in tuned to the flow of Mother Nature.
Technical Notes
Appellation
Russian River Valley
Alcohol
13.5%
TA
6.7 g/L
Aging
100% French oak, 35% new
Tasting Notes
Our 2015 Maboroshi Vineyards Pinot Noir opens with bright red fruit aromatics with notes of sandalwood and orange zest. Rich flavors of pomegranate, black currant, and ripe raspberry are complemented with a note of soft baking spice. This plush wine has a medium body and fine-grained tannins with bright acidity.
Accolades
90 points
Wine Advocate
Pairs well with
Mushroom Risotto
Red and Gold Beet Salad with Pistachios and Feta
Herbed Roast Chicken
BLT Deviled Eggs
French Country Pâté Snack Board
Bacon Roasted Salmon with Mushroom Sauce
Baked Pasta with Sausage Fontina Summer Squash
Beef Bourguignonne
Braised Chicken with Celery Shallots Capers Olives
Brined Roasted Organic Chicken
Chicken Breasts with Wilted Spinach Bacon
Chipotle Crusted Pork Tenderloin on Polenta
Glazed Over Baby Back Ribs
Grilled Cedar Plank Salmon
Grilled Stuffed Mushrooms
Herb Marinated Mushrooms
Marinated Yellowfin Tuna Fillets
Pan Seared Duck Breast with Cassis Compote
Portobello Mushroom Lasagna
Salmon Mousse on Cucumbers
Shrimp Salmon Cakes
Vegetable Pizza with Spinach Feta Cheese
Venison Bacon Meat Loaf
