Pinot Noir
Current Release
- Vintage: 2006
- Appellation: Russian River
- Composition: 100% Pinot Noir
- Bottle sizes: 750 ml, 1.5 l magnum
- Release Date: July 1, 2008
Winemaker's Tasting Notes
The 2006 Twomey Russian River Pinot Noir is a beautifully balanced wine that expresses great elegance and depth. It displays a red sapphire
color and aromas of dried rose petal, strawberry jam, potpourri and cinnamon. The initial impression on the palate is of fresh strawberry
and cherry, followed by a generous fullness, good acid balance and a long finish of dried herbs.
Acclaimed food writer Janet Fletcher recommends Caprino Cremosa, a mixed goat’s milk cheese, with our 2006 Pinot Noir ... Read More
Vintage Description
The winter of 2006 was quite wet, with rains continuing into the early spring. Fortunately, bloom conditions were ideal – warm and sunny – and bloom was fast and even. The defining climatic event was a 10-day heat wave in July, with temperatures rising over 100 degrees. Mild August temperatures slowed maturation, allowing the grapes to achieve full aromatic intensity for the September harvest.
Blending and Aging
The wine was aged for 13 months in French Burgundy barrels, with eight months spent sur lies.
