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2023 Hartford Court Pinot Noir "Russian River Valley"

Hartford Court 2023 Russian River Pinot Noir

Winery: Hartford Court

Vintage: 2023

Wine Name/Vineyard: "Russian River Valley"

Wine Category: Pinot Noir

Grape blend: 100% Pinot Noir

Bottle size: 750 ml

Region: Russian River Valley

State or country: CA

Price: $38

Cases produced: 9,000

KWG Score: 92.2 (based on 7 reviews)

Ken's Wine Rating: Very Good+ (92)

Review date: July 11, 2026

Wine Review: This hazy and dark red colored Pinot Noir from Hartford Court opens with an inviting blueberry, clove, and oak bouquet with hints of balsam and violets. On the palate, this wine is full bodied with plus acidity. The mouthfeel is round, mouthwatering, and zesty. The flavor profile is a stony minerality and spiced plum blend with notes of oak and licorice. I also detected hints of black cherry and clove. I would pair the hearty styled Pinot with a duck confit crostini. Enjoy - Ken

Winemaker Notes: Aromas of dark fruit and allspice are followed by flavors of wild berries and minerality. The dense entry on red wine is followed by a juicy body, balanced acidity, silky tannins and earthy finish.

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