Sonoma Pinot Noir D'Argenzio Klopp Russian River Valley Pinot 2004 is produced from prime Pinot Noir grapes from the Thorn Ridge Ranch's 2004 vintage. D'Argenzio Sonoma Pinot Noir has lush enticing aromas of strawberry, floral cherry and a touch of earthiness. This Russian River Valley Pinot is unique so expect abundant layers to sweep the palate with bright acidity balancing the ripe, intense fruit. A tapestry of anise, dried herbs, cloves and tobacco completes the long, graceful finish. It's a Sonoma Pinot Noir that shows excellent balance and complexity. This earthy Pinot 2004 was grown in the Russian River Valley Appellation on the Thorn Ridge Ranch. One of the cooler regions for Pinot Noir, these rolling hills near Sebastopol receive lingering fog from the nearby Sonoma Coast. The limited direct sunlight and dry-farming technique restrict the vineyard yield to only 1.8 tons per acre. Soils are the Goldridge fine sandy loam, the region's most coveted soil for Pinot Noir due to its ability to develop intensely flavored fruit. D'Argenzio Pinot 2004 is unfiltered and unfined. Only 285 cases were produced.

SAVE EVEN MORE! BUY A CASE OF 12 BOTTLES AND GET AN ADDITIONAL 10% DISCOUNT PLUS FREE SHIPPING TO YOUR DOOR!

D'Argenzio Winery is a family winery in the truest Italian sense. There are three generations of the D'Argenzio family working together to bring you the finest handcrafted Sonoma wines. Their grapes are grown in the world-class regions of Sonoma County. They are aged from 18 - 24 months in new French oak and American oak barrels. With an outstanding growing season in Sonoma Valley, they are primarily producing vintages from two appellations: Dry Creek and Russian River Valley. Some special vintages hail from the Sonoma Coastal appellation of Green Valley micro area. Their wines have received rave reviews from Wine Spectator and Wine Enthusiast, Connoisseurs Guide and Pinot Report. The List of awards grow, as they make new wines each year and the wines ages. This boutique winery has received Gold Medals and high ratings from competitions and publications throughout the world.

RATINGS: GOLD Medal - Harvest Fair

BRONZE Medal - Los Angeles International Wine & Spirits Competition

RECOMMENDED - Pinot File
"285 cases, $48. Hi-tone Bing cherries star in the nose with a hint of violets. The flavors are a cherries jubilee with enticing cola and spice notes. There are some darker stone fruits peeking out here as well. The finish is dry and satisfying. I picked this out as a Russian River Valley Pinot Noir before the unveiling. A Gold Medal winner at the 2006 Sonoma County Harvest Fair. Reviewed January 22, 2007"

94 Points - 3rd Place out of 276 - 5th Annual Pinot Noir Shootout Wine Challenge

90 Points - 2007 Pinot Days Grand Tasting (San Francisco)
"big nose, framboise, dried cherry"

D'Argenzio Pinot Noir 2004 Klopp, Thorn Ridge Ranch Information:
Vineyard: Gold Ridge District of Thorn Ridge
Varietals: 100% Pinot Noir
Vintage: 2004
Cooperage
New French Oak: 33% Burgundy
Season French Oak: 66% Burgundy
French Coopers: Marsannay Cadis and Francois Franes
Production: 285 Cases - Limited Allocation
Alcohol: 14.3%