Rivers-Marie, Pinot Noir 2023 Sonoma Coast, CA

Founded by Thomas Rivers Brown and Genevieve Marie Welsh in 2002 with fruit from the legendary Summa Vineyard, Rivers-Marie has become a cherished name in California Pinot Noir. Brown looks to Burgundy as a model, picking early when there's good flavor and texture development but before the wines lose focus and site-specificity. These wines showcase the combination of history, ultimate quality and unique character that make for the most distinctive Pinot Noir on the Sonoma Coast - wines of breadth and great intellectual interest.

Tasting Notes

The 2021 features a medium plus color and a flavor profile of pomegranates, ground herbs, plum and black cherry. Magenta-colored, this Sonoma Coast Pinot reveals aromas of candied berries as well as red and black raspberries, with a pleasing lift on the nose. Medium-bodied, it is well-structured, with ripe, fine tannins, great freshness and good acidity, and a lovely, long finish. Succulent dark cherry, plum, mocha, spice and leather are dialed up, with superb depth and textural richness.

Pairs With

Duck, roasted game birds, wild mushroom risotto, grilled salmon with herbs

Ratings

Wine Spectator Top 100 #23 (2021 vintage)