Benovia Pinot Noir Russian River Valley 2017 Bottle:3 Merlot and Syrah grapes

Merlot and Syrah grapes

superb flavor profile enriches over time in small Limousin oak casks

nutmeg and cinnamon create an ensemble in the background

white blossom and lemon zest accompanied by thoroughly characteristic

The mouth feel of the middle weight flavors is almost as refined and even more mineral-driven before terminating in a firmer yet better balanced and focused finale that is distinctly saline

Benovia Pinot Noir Russian River Valley 2017 Bottle:3 Merlot and Syrah grapesThis wine shows the power of blending across multiple sites, all vineyard designates of their own (Martaela Estate, Cohn Estate, Tilton Hill Estate and Zio Tony Ranch). Reductive initially, it is demure in earthy forest, nutmeg and sage as more forceful flavors of rose petal, blackberry and blood orange highlight a lightning rod of fresh acidity. Pair its lovely aromas and flavors of dark berries and wood with tea smoked duck over jasmine rice.