DuMOL Russian River Valley Pinot Noir 2014

Brilliant deep rose color. Penetrating floral, fruit, and herbal aromas: black cherry and raspberry, fresh herbs, fragrant flowers, toffee, and cocoa powder. Great vineyard purity with tightly entwined aromas and flavors. Dark fruits, earth, fresher blueberry, orange zest, and a hint of black olive. Structured back end with lifting acidity and youthful tannins.

DuMol was established in 1996 by Kerry Murphy and Michael Verlander. Andy Smith joined as winemaker in 2000 and partner in 2005. Most of the grapes are sourced from the Green Valley appellation where DuMOL has a 25-acre estate vineyard, with other grape sources originating in the Russian River Valley, Sonoma Coast and Carneros. Since the beginning, DuMol has striven to make well-balanced wines. Known for their Pinot Noir and Chardonnays, they also do small amounts of Syrah and Viognier. For much of the winery's existence, the wines have generally been sold direct or to restaurants.