Valravn
2023 Pinot Noir
BLEND | 100% Pinot Noir
VINEYARDS | The 2023 Valravn Pinot Noir is rooted in the Russian River AVA (85%) with a selection of declassified barrels from our Sonoma Coast AVA Marine Layer project (10%) and a unique parcel from the high-elevation Mendocino Ridge AVA (5%).
WINEMAKING | Grapes are hand-harvested and sorted and cold-soaked in the cellar. Wild yeast fermentation occurs with about 20% whole cluster inclusion in small open-top stainless steel tanks. Following primary fermentation, the wine is racked to new (about 20%), second-use, and neutral French oak barrels, including François Freres and Remond, for malolactic conversion and eleven months of aging.
TASTING NOTES | The wine has a dark ruby color and offers aromas of red and black fruits, accented by hints of baking spices. The coastal influence is evident, bringing a crisp freshness that complements the brambly, briar patch character. Flavors of cranberry and pomegranate contribute a rich texture that remains balanced, thanks to the cool-climate grapes’ taut, linear structure.
PRESS | 93 WE
“Aromas of crushed Bing cherry, cranberry, cinnamon and rose petal drive the nose of this wine. The palate delivers flavors of fresh raspberry, sage, orange peel and crushed herbs, with powdery-soft tannin and a vibrant streak of acid that energizes the finish.”
PRESS | 91 JS
“A wonderfully drinkable wine with tension, freshness and energy. Red cherries, spices, thyme, thyme blossoms and a little dark chocolate on the nose. Cherries, cranberries and Sichuan pepper on the palate, along with minerals and rose petals. Fresh acidity, fine tannin and nice length.”
PRESS | 90 VIN
"The 2023 Pinot Noir (Sonoma County) is another magnificent value from Valravn. Bold, rich and punchy, with tremendous verve, the 2023 offers a stunning mix of intense, forward fruit and brisk acids. Rose petal, lavender, mint and purplish fruit linger."
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