Norm's Tasting Notes
The North Georgia Wine Advisor
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2014 Rodney Strong Russian River Valley Pinot Noir
Finding a decent Pinot Noir for twenty dollars or less can be a daunting task. To find one which repeats itself in quality year after year is even more difficult! The Rodney Strong Russian River Valley Pinot Noir is just such a wine! We enjoyed a bottle of the 2014 vintage the other night with Chateaubriand, and what a wonderful meal it was!
The nose reeks of red fruit, ripe and succulent. The flavor smacks you in the mouth with a burst of cherry, and then doubles down with plum and red raspberry for a wonderful taste sensation. The wine is clean and well rounded with a lingering finish which only has a kiss of tannin at the end. The alcohol content is 14.5% and Norm's score is 90.
This is a versatile wine which pairs well with beef, pasta, and a host of other dishes. It also would be excellent with grilled salmon, but my personal favorite for Pinot Noir has always been Prime Rib.
score: 90
price: $17- $21
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Norm
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