2009 Rodney Strong Russian River Valley Pinot Noir
Expert Reviews
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  • Description
    Supple in texture, with rose petal and red fruit aromas, this lively, medium bodied wine is aged entirely in small French oak barrels, which adds a subtle, toasty vanilla character and a hint of spice. Ideal for current enjoyment, this pinot noir will hold nicely over the next 2 to 4 years.
  • Wine Enthusiast
    Made in a leaner, drier, lighter style than most Russian River Pinots, but the elegance and complexity are very attractive. Shows a white pepper and herbal note to the sour cherry candy fruit, and is balanced with perfect acidity. A beautiful wine to accompany, not overwhelm, fine foods.
  • 2011 Beverage Testing Institute World WIne Championships
  • 2011 Ultimate Wine Challenge
  • World Value Wine Challenge
User Tasting Note
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  • tolm28
    very dry & light.
  • jjwintah
    low tanin, rich red fruit, slightly acidic dry finish
  • geoffritchie
    yummy wine had at Barb and Dennis' place
  • patrickjdv
    nice. good bargain
  • jess_dawn06
    light, not too dry
  • michael.sheaffer
    dry and light