2015 JOSEPH JEWELL RUSSIAN RIVER VALLEY PINOT NOIR

Tasting Notes, “My favorite Pinot Noir brand that I’ve discovered in the last few years, the Joseph Jewell Russian River Valley Pinot Noir always over-delivers. The elegant nose is seamless with bright cherries, mixed berries, flowers and spice. Then comes the wonderfully balanced, nuanced palate which begins with red cherries, crushed raspberries and plum skin, then balanced by dried rose petal, subtle spices and a touch of oak. The mouth quenching finish brings lingering flavors, lasting for over a minute, then leaving your palate begging for another sip.”
95 Points, Kevin M Vogt, Master Sommelier

Edward’s Extended Tasting Notes: Wow! What a wine, now that’s a Pinot!  Russian River Valley (aka RRV) is one of my favorite regions for Pinot Noir because it is known for Pinots that are more full-bodied, deeper and plush; and this Pinot is deeply layered with fruit, yet balanced with spice, and nearly perfect acidity creates a nice weight on the palate… it’s absolutely delicious! When I taste a wine this good for this price, I automatically think “the Best Wine for Entertaining”. Why? Well, you can pour this beautiful red wine for any relative, any guest, at any event, and they will become instant fans. Simply Sip and enjoy, or you can pair it with virtually any food on Earth… Versatile enough to throw an ice cube in for your Aunt or your Mother, and Sophisticated enough for the Advocates and Enthusiasts 🙂 It’s everything we love about Pinot and then some… You can go through a few bottles, and you won’t break the bank.  Trust me, Get a case, pop a bottle, and then grab 3-5 more cases ASAP! Because it’s THAT good, and it’s won’t last much longer – If you are constantly looking for the best red wine under 30 to entertain with, or the best red wine for health, this is it. I noticed on the second bottle, the cork was just covered in purple goo, and I just ruined another White Polo shirt over the weekend… This could be my top Pinot Noir of 2019, I don’t know just yet, but I’ll let you know after I enjoy my 5th case this year 🙂 I’m getting as much as I can fit into my packed wine room. So when my sisters visit again soon, I’m stocked-up and ready. Let’s get back to the juice! Cheers! Ed

Joseph Jewell Wines: “We source exceptional fruit from independently owned vineyard properties in Sonoma and Humboldt counties, selecting sites with unique soil profiles and weather conditions. As part of our commitment to the future, we seek out growers who implement sustainable farming practices. Working closely with the property owners throughout the year allows us to monitor the grapes’ progress and cultivate fruit that delivers the distinctive character of the site. Our goal is a finished wine that celebrates the singularity of the vineyard from which it came—the optimal expression of place captured vintage after vintage.”

Joseph Jewell Russian River Valley Pinot Noir:
25% Hallberg Vineyard: 777 & pommard
50% Starscape Vineyard: 777, 828 & Martini
25% Bucher Vineyard: Swan & Pommard