DuMOL 2024 Estate Pinot Noir, Russian River Valley

                                                          
DuMOL make some of the best and most sought-after Pinot Noirs from the Russian River Valley and California. Limited.

98 Points James Suckling: “Pure, pretty, elegant, fresh and floral, showing nice density with flavors and aromas of hibiscus, raspberries and strawberries. Medium- bodied with a bright, lovely texture. Beautiful and drinkable, making you go back to the glass. Drink or hold.”

97 Points Jeb Dunnuck: "Fully destemmed and always the first Pinot picked each year, the DuMOL 2024 Pinot Noir DuMOL Estate Vineyard offers crisp tension, bright red fruit, wildflowers, and brambly herbs. Medium-bodied, with nervous energy and mouthwatering lift, drink it over the coming 15-20 years...In late 2024, Andy Smith promoted Jenna Davis to winemaker, while he remains on as head winemaker and partner. Jenna joined DuMOL as a harvest intern in 2014 and spent more than a decade working her way to assistant winemaker. The latest releases are outstanding, showing freshness, concentration, and the structure to reward cellaring."

97 Points VInous: "The 2024 Pinot Noir DuMOL Estate Vineyard is a sensual, elegant wine. Tasted from tank, the 2024 is remarkably expressive. Soft, silky contours shape a Pinot Noir that impresses with its textural finesse and overall class. Deep and layered yet also light on its feet, the Estate is beautifully lifted and full of energy. I can't wait to taste it in its finished form."

Winemaker Notes: In the finest Pinot vintage in our 25-year history, this is the greatest expression yet of our high-density Estate Vineyard. I feel like this is the wine these vines have been patiently waiting to produce since planting. What sets this vintage apart from its excellent predecessors is a purity of fruit, unparalleled in intensity, verve and detail. It’s fruitier than previous vintages, with more mineral and less herbal nuances, as we altered our leaf canopy management, allowing the shoots to grow longer prior to summer trimming. This revised method slowed vegetative growth, restricting the vines’ energy and, ultimately, elevating the fruit quality. The result is a wine of authority and presence that is clearly just beginning its journey.

About the Winery: Nestled in the heart of the Russian River Valley and Sonoma Coast, DuMOL stands as a beacon of excellence in winemaking since its inception in 1996. Founded by visionary winemaker Andy Smith, DuMOL's journey intertwines with the cool-climate terroir, where nature's artistry meets meticulous craftsmanship. Andy's expertise and passion infuse each vine, cultivating Chardonnay and Pinot Noir that showcase the region's unique character. DuMOL's commitment to sustainable practices underscores its respect for the land, resulting in wines of unparalleled elegance. Under Andy Smith's guidance, DuMOL continues to redefine the art of winemaking, captivating wine drinkers with every bottle.