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Merry Edwards Russian River Pinot Noir 2021
Vintage
2021
Region
Russian River Valley, California
Country
United States
Style
Still
Grape Varieties
Pinot Noir
ABV
14.5%
Dietary
Vegan, Vegetarian
Sustainability
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Merry Edwards
Merry Edwards is a Russian River Valley producer in Sonoma County, California, known for Pinot Noir, Sauvignon Blanc and Chardonnay from some of the region’s most distinctive vineyard sites. Founded in 1997 by pioneering winemaker Merry Edwards, the estate is now part of the Roederer Collection and continues under Winemaker Heidi von der Mehden and President Nicole Carter. Merry Edwards offers a premium Sonoma wine proposition, combining single-vineyard Pinot Noir, barrel-fermented Sauvignon Blanc, Certified California Sustainable farming and a house style defined by colour, texture and aromatic intensity.
Read MoreViticulture
Merry Edwards Russian River Pinot Noir 2021 is assembled from a diverse range of sites across the Russian River Valley. Fruit from the Santa Rosa Plain brings classic cherry aromatics and a round mouthfeel, while Sebastopol Hills vineyards contribute perfume and bright acidity. Laguna Ridge adds darker berry fruit and richer tannin structure. Together, these components express the breadth of the appellation and the producer’s estate-led approach to Russian River Valley Pinot Noir.
Vinification
The Pinot Noir grapes were fully destemmed, with whole berries cold-soaked for five days before fermentation. The 2021 vintage was aged sur lie for nine months in French oak, 47% new, allowing the wine to build depth, texture and mouthfeel. The blend includes UCD 37, Dijon 115, 667 and 777, and Pommard clones, selected to highlight the balance, aromatic range and ageing potential of Russian River Valley Pinot Noir.
Tasting Note
The nose is red-fruit driven, with ripe raspberry, fresh strawberry and a subtle note of vanilla. The palate is bright and lifted, supported by refreshing acidity and a persistent core of fine tannins that gives elegant texture. Notes of gravel add savoury definition, leading to a gently spiced finish of blood orange and cherry cola. The overall profile is polished, vibrant and well structured.
Food Pairing
Pair with grilled wild salmon and roasted beetroot salad, duck breast, roast chicken with herbs, mushroom tart, pork loin, charred aubergine or Alpine-style cheeses such as Gruy?re or Comt?.
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