94 Points
Russian River Valley
Estate
Pinot Noir 2021
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Ritchie
For over 40 years, Kent Ritchie has farmed his namesake vineyard with unwavering dedication and personal care. Planted in 1972, this site is perched on a rolling, northwest-facing hillside that benefits from cooling coastal breezes and the morning fog typical of the Russian River Valley. The vineyard’s old Chardonnay vines, rooted in sandy Goldridge soils layered with ancient seabed sediment, volcanic ash, pockets of tufa rock, and sloping benchlands that descend toward the river, contribute to…
Story
With its beautiful old vines nestled on a rolling northwest facing hillside in the heart of the Russian River Valley, the Ritchie Vineyard commands respect. First planted in 1972, this vineyard features Sandy Goldridge soils from an ancient seabed combined with volcanic ash deposits, pockets of tufa rocks and sloping benchlands that lead into the Russian River to create a remarkably unique “Grand Cru” site that produces wines of strength and great natural acidity. Wines from this vineyard site often exhibit a rare complexity and intensity that has spawned a legion of loyal Ritchie followers.
Technical Notes
Appellation
Russian River Valley, Sonoma County
Alcohol
14.5%
TA
5.5 g/L
Aging
18 months in 33% new French oak
Tasting Notes
Bursting with concentrated flavors of ripe pineapple, golden peach, and succulent pear, this wine delivers remarkable richness balanced by a refined, silky texture and lingering finish. The celebrated Goldridge soils lend depth and layered complexity, while delicate notes of baking spice and smooth vanilla add warmth and elegance to the palate.
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
