2021 Paul Hobbs Pinot Noir Russian River Valley
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Made with clones 115, 777, 667, Pommard, 114, 113, Swan and 2a. Five-day cold soak before beginning fermentation in open-top stainless-steel tanks. 15-day maceration. Aged for nine months in French oak barrels – 33% new. 7,700 cases made. Tasted blind. Medium purple in colour. Muted and brambly on the nose. Weighty on the palate, with a viscous texture but not much flavour. Balanced acidity. (SCJ)
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Jancis Robinson MW
Jancis Robinson MW
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The 2021 Pinot Noir is composed of 94% estate fruit. It was crafted with about 15% whole clusters and matured in 33% new oak. It has broody scents of blueberry, cranberry, rhubarb, cured meats, lavender and allspice. The medium-bodied palate has generous, juicy fruit, a soft, grainy frame and a long finish. This is very easy to drink! 7,708 cases produced.
Plenty of dried strawberry with black cherry and hints of chocolate. Full and very fresh with orange-peel and floral undertones. Vivid fruit. Tangy. About 15% whole cluster. Drink or hold.
About the producer
Paul Hobbs is one of California wine’s biggest names. Twice named Wine Personality of the Year by Robert Parker, he joined Robert Mondavi in 1977, worked at Opus One and Simi before setting up his eponymous winery in 1991.