Rochioli Estate Pinot Noir 2024 750ml

Product Info

Terroir
Sourced exclusively from the Rochioli Estate in the heart of the Russian River Valley, this Pinot Noir reflects one of California's most celebrated vineyard sites. The estate's well-drained gravelly loam soils, coupled with cooling fog and maritime influences from the Pacific Ocean, create ideal conditions for slow, even ripening. These factors produce fruit with exceptional aromatic complexity, vibrant acidity, and remarkable balance, qualities that have made Rochioli one of the benchmark producers of Russian River Valley Pinot Noir.

Winemaking & Technical Notes
Produced entirely from estate-grown fruit, the wine is crafted to express the character of the vineyard with minimal intervention. Individual vineyard blocks are vinified separately before final blending, allowing each component to contribute to the finished wine's depth and complexity. Aging in French oak enhances texture and structure while preserving the purity of the fruit and the distinctive personality of the estate.

Tasting Notes
Bright ruby in the glass, the 2024 opens with aromas of red cherry, raspberry, wild strawberry, and rose petal accented by subtle notes of baking spice and forest floor. The palate is medium-bodied and beautifully balanced, offering vibrant red fruit supported by bright acidity, fine-grained tannins, and a refined, silky texture. The finish is long, fresh, and elegant, reflecting the precision and consistency that have become hallmarks of Rochioli Estate Pinot Noir.

Food Pairing & Service
A classic companion to roast duck, grilled salmon, pork tenderloin, mushroom risotto, and roast chicken. Its balance of fruit, acidity, and structure also makes it an excellent match for earthy dishes featuring truffles or wild mushrooms. Serve slightly below room temperature, and consider a brief decant while young to allow the wine's aromatics to fully develop.

Cellaring Potential
While expressive upon release, the 2024 has the balance and structure to evolve gracefully over the next 10–15 years. With bottle age, its vibrant fruit will gradually develop additional layers of savory spice, dried flowers, and earthy complexity while maintaining the elegance and freshness that define this iconic estate.