Robert Stemmler Estate Vineyard Pinot Noir 2012
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A bouquet of wild strawberry is what first comes to mind, followed by tight, soft tannins and swirls of leathery raspberry. Several different clones of Pinot from different blocks go into this wine, an approachable, layered beauty.
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Exhibits a fresh, snappy mix of raspberry, licorice, graphite, dried herb and cedar notes, with the tannins lending the flavors traction. Drink now through 2022. 1,727 cases made.
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In 1976, Robert Stemmler opened his own winery in the Dry Creek Valley of Sonoma County. With total control over the direction of his brand, Robert concentrated on his true passion, Pinot Noir. It was in 1982, after securing quality fruit from a hillside vineyard in Russian River, Robert Stemmler Pinot Noir was put on the map. In 1984, the Robert Stemmler Pinot Noir was awarded the "Best in America." Today, Robert Stemmler is recognized as one of California's top Pinot Noir producers and he continues to devote his energy to his passion of making California's best Pinot Noir.