{"product_id":"balletto-2021-russian-river-pinot-noir","title":"Balletto Russian River Pinot Noir","description":"\u003cp class=\"mb-6\"\u003eBalletto Russian River Valley Pinot Noir represents a compelling blend of heritage and craftsmanship from a family-owned winery that transitioned from large-scale vegetable farming to estate winemaking in the Russian River Valley. The wine showcases the region's signature characteristics with bright red fruit flavors, balanced acidity, and smooth tannins, complemented by subtle notes of cherry, raspberry, and spice that reflect the cool-climate terroir. What sets Balletto apart is their commitment to producing 100 percent estate-grown wines using sustainably farmed grapes aged in French oak, combined with consistently strong critical recognition and approachable pricing that makes quality Pinot Noir accessible to everyday wine enthusiasts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n      \u003cp class=\"mb-4\"\u003eBalletto Russian River Pinot Noir, primarily the 2021 vintage from Balletto Vineyards in California's Russian River Valley, is 100% Pinot Noir crafted from estate-grown fruit using sustainable farming and traditional winemaking. This medium-bodied wine, with 14.1-14.2% ABV, showcases the cool-climate terroir through elegant structure, balanced acidity, silky tannins, and a harmonious profile. It earns high acclaim, including 89-93 points from Wine Enthusiast.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"mb-4\"\u003eInviting aromas of red cherry, raspberry, strawberry, and rose petal mingle with subtle spice, black tea, or bing cherry and sarsaparilla.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"mb-4\"\u003eElegant flavors of ripe red berries, pomegranate, earthiness, lavender, and spice unfold on a velvety, well-structured palate with smooth tannins.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"mb-4\"\u003eLong, refined, and juicy with lingering red fruit, spice, and classic Russian River character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"mb-4\"\u003eThis Pinot Noir captures the Russian River Valley's unique elegance through Balletto's dedication to estate vineyards and cool-climate expression, balancing lush fruit with earthy complexity. Its silky texture and vibrant acidity make it versatile and age-worthy, standing out with top ratings for its harmonious contradictions of weight and finesse.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"mb-4\"\u003eServe slightly chilled at 55-60°F with roasted duck, grilled salmon, mushroom risotto, poultry, or soft cheeses like Brie. Decant for 30 minutes to enhance its velvety layers, or pair simply as an aperitif to savor its juicy finesse. Ideal for weeknight dinners or special gatherings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \n      \u003cdiv class=\"mt-12\"\u003e\n        \u003ch2 class=\"mb-8\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n        \u003cdiv\u003e\n          \u003ch4 class=\"font-semibold\"\u003eWhat is Balletto Russian River Pinot Noir?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n          \u003cp\u003e  \nBalletto Russian River Pinot Noir is a 100% Pinot Noir wine from Balletto Vineyards' estate\ngrown grapes in the Russian River Valley of Sonoma County, California.\n\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n          \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n          \u003ch4 class=\"font-semibold\"\u003eWhat are the key specs of Balletto Russian River Pinot Noir?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n          \u003cp\u003e  \nIt features 14.1% ABV, is medium\nbodied and dry, made from 12 Pinot Noir clones, and aged 10 months in French oak (32% new); the 2021 vintage earned 89 points from Wine Enthusiast.\n\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n          \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n          \u003ch4 class=\"font-semibold\"\u003eHow do you enjoy Balletto Russian River Pinot Noir?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n          \u003cp\u003e  \nServe it with veal, pork, poultry, mushrooms, roasted chicken, or salmon; its juicy finish and balanced acidity make it versatile for meals.\n\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n          \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n          \u003ch4 class=\"font-semibold\"\u003eWhat makes Balletto Russian River Pinot Noir special?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n          \u003cp\u003e  \nProduced from top estate fruit in cool\nclimate sites with diverse soils like Goldridge, it offers cherry\nberry aromas, spicy black tea and pepper flavors, and consistent high ratings (89\n91 points) as a sustainably farmed Russian River standout.\u003c\/p\u003e\n          \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"M. 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