In the heart of the Russian River Valley, the Alberigi Vineyard, sourced exclusively by Radio-Coteau, lies on a stretch of Vine Hill Road renowned for its Goldridge soils. In 2009, we harvested on August 31st and included 27% whole cluster. The lignified mature stems smelled of spice and earth, adding a layer of complexity to the fermenting must.

Cranberry colored core with notable depth. A classic Russian River nose with layers of cola, sassafrass, cherry, pomegranate, clove, anise, dried sage, and sous bois. A vocal and juicy entry leads to a refreshing mid-palate, layered with red and black fruits. Grainy yet supple tannins support the feminine structure, while intermingling with the natural acidity and refined oak. Enjoyable in the present, yet evolving elegance will continue through 2018.

316 cases produced
$54 per bottle
**SOLD OUT**

BURGHOUND
4th Quarter 2011, Issue 44
89/2014+
“A pretty mix of upper and middle register aromas speak of cranberry, plum and spice hints that introduce round, rich and lush medium-bodied flavors that possess good volume before terminating in a clean, agreeably dry and mildly austere finish. I like the delivery and balance and if this can add an additional bit of depth over the next few years, my score may seem to be unduly conservative.” —Alan Meadows

STEVEN TANZER'S INTERNATIONAL WINE CELLAR,
May/June 2011
95 points
“(50% new oak; fermented with 27% whole clusters): Bright ruby. Highly expressive, heady bouquet of red and dark berries and flowers, along with exotic incense and herb qualities; I'll bet you could smell this from ten feet away. Juicy, sharply defined and sweet, offering strawberry and black raspberry and lavender flavors complemented by suave vanilla and spicecake nuances. Really stains the palate, finishing on a gently sweet note, with great persistence. One of the best pinots that I tasted from this vintage, which is one that isn't short of standout wines. ” — Josh Raynolds

THE WINE ADVOCATE #193, February 2011
(88-90) points
“The 2009 Pinot Noir Alberigi (30% stems used) is more tannic, structured and closed compared to its siblings, displaying wood spice and herb notes intermixed with damp earth, black cherry and currant fruit characteristics. It should flesh out with more time in barrel. ”
— Robert Parker

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