94 Points - Wine Advocate
2012 Migration Russian River Valley Pinot Noir Dutton Ranch
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Since our first vintage in 2001, Migration has developed a refined and compelling style that balances vibrancy and finesse. Defined by the idea of movement, Migration is dedicated to going beyond our Anderson Valley origins and exploring Pinot Noir and Chardonnay from the finest cool-climate winegrowing regions. This exploration has taken us to the hillsides of Dutton Ranch in the heart of Green Valley - the coolest and foggiest part of the Russian River Valley. At Dutton Ranch, ideal Goldridge soils, and a mix of elite clones, produce a complex and aromatically driven wine with bright cherry, cranberry and red raspberry layers, supported by beautiful acidity and sophisticated notes of Asian spice and earth.
Wine Spectator
92
Wine Advocate
94
Wine Profile
Production Notes
Varietal Content: 100% Pinot Noir; Cooperage: 100% French Oak, 45% New Oak, 55% Second Vintage
Winemaker Notes
The nose of this wine reveals its cool-climate origins with lovely red fruit aromas of cranberry and Bing cherry, along with deeper bass notes of forest floor, mushroom and hints of rose petal. On the palate, it is elegant and bright with layers of sour cherry, strawberry, clove, tealeaf and earth.
Production
With near-ideal temperatures throughout the growing season, and no significant heat events, we were able to set an excellent crop and achieve optimum ripeness. We further enhanced quality by dropping any grape bunches that did not meet our exacting standards. This helped the remaining fruit to develop concentrated varietal character, and resulted in wines that are dark, full, flavorful and very well balanced.
Other Notes
Released: September 2014
Wine Specs
Wine Specs
Vintage
2012
Varietal
Pinot Noir
Vineyard Designation
Dutton Ranch
Harvest Date
October 15, 2012
Sugar
24.5° Brix
Acid
0.46 g/100 ml titratable acidity
pH
3.88
Aging
14 Months in Barrel
Alcohol %
14.5
Wine Spectator
92
Wine Advocate
94
