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Rive Étolle — 'Star River' — sits on a dramatic hillside above the Russian River, one of California's most celebrated Pinot Noir appellations. This exclusive estate commands sweeping views of the river below and benefits from the perfect interplay of Pacific fog, warm afternoon sun, and the cool evening air that makes this valley so extraordinary for Pinot Noir. The 2024 vintage is everything the Russian River does best: hauntingly aromatic, silky-textured, and alive with wild strawberry, cherry blossom, spice, and forest floor. Aged 12 months in 60-gallon barrels at 13.9% alcohol, the wine is beautifully balanced from the first sip to the long, graceful finish. At $64 retail, this is already an exceptional value for a 94-point Russian River Pinot. At $21.50, it's a steal.
Tasting Notes
Appearance
Brilliant ruby-garnet, luminous and translucent
Aroma
Wild strawberry, cherry, rose petal, violet, cedar, earth
Palate
Medium-bodied, silky tannins, bright cherry, spice, forest floor
Finish
Long, graceful, and hauntingly aromatic
Winemaking
Hand-harvested at peak ripeness and aged for 12 months in traditional 60-gallon barrels to preserve the vineyard's delicate fruit while adding depth, texture, and refined complexity.
Why This Wine Stands Out
✔ 92-Point Russian River Valley Pinot Noir
✔ Single-Vineyard Estate-Grown Fruit
✔ Crafted by a Winery Behind 16+ Top-Rated Pinot Noirs
✔ Aged 12 Months in French Oak Barrique
✔ Native Yeast Fermentation & Hand Harvested Fruit
Vineyard
Crafted from an exclusive hillside estate overlooking the Russian River in Sonoma County. Cool Pacific fog, warm afternoons, and crisp evenings create ideal conditions for producing beautifully balanced Pinot Noir.
Technical Details
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Vintage | 2024 |
| Varietal | Pinot Noir |
| Appellation | Russian River Valley, Sonoma County |
| Estate | Hillside Estate Overlooking Russian River |
| Alcohol | 13.9% |
| Barrel Aging | 12 months, 60-gallon barrels |
| Critical Acclaim | 94 Points |
| Serve | 58–62°F (14–17°C) |
| Decant | 20–30 minutes recommended |
| Cellaring | Drink now through 2031 |
| Website | www.riveestatewinery.com |
Technical Details
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Vintage | 2024 |
| Appellation | Russian River Valley, Sonoma County |
| Varietal | Pinot Noir |
| Alcohol | Typical Russian River Pinot Noir range (approx. 13.9%) |
| Aging | 8 months in oak barrels |
| Production | Very small production |
| Cases Available | Only 25 cases |
Frequently Asked Question
Perfect With…
An excellent match for roasted duck, pan-seared salmon, mushroom risotto, herb-roasted chicken, and creamy Brie or other soft-ripened cheeses.
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