Monday, October 3, 2011

Porter Creek 2006 Russian River Valley Pinot Noir, Fiona Hill Vineyard


This one starts bright and fruity on the nose. On the tongue, it begins with light berry flavors then punches you with warm tannins and spice, but in a nice way, balanced with light smoky hints and oak. It has a long finish that leaves you wanting more. Much of the Fiona Hill vineyard is on steep slopes and you can definitely pick up hints of minerals from the soils. Drinkable now through 2012. 

The vines photographed are right across from the entrance to Porter Creek's unassuming tasting room.

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