{"product_id":"rivers-marie-joy-road-pinot-noir-2022","title":"Rivers-Marie Joy Road Pinot Noir 2022","description":"\u003cp\u003eRivers-Marie Joy Road Pinot Noir 2022 is a compelling first release from a site Thomas Rivers Brown knows intimately, having worked with its Chardonnay since 2013. Sourced from a coastal Sonoma vineyard with notably sandy soils, this Pinot Noir captures both precision and personality, offering a refined expression of site, careful block selection, and expert blending.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMakuprofiili\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn the glass, it shows the bright, translucent appeal typical of fine Pinot Noir, setting the stage for a lifted and expressive nose. Aromas of red cherry, strawberry, white flowers, sandalwood, black pepper, and a touch of mint give it a layered and fragrant profile.\n\nThe palate follows with red fruit at the core, joined by cranberry and a lively sense of freshness that keeps the wine elegant and precise. It already drinks beautifully, but the balance and structure suggest it will gain even more complexity with time in bottle.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eViininvalmistus\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Joy Road vineyard lies in Sonoma close to the coast, where sandy soils and a cool maritime influence help shape an elegant, finely textured Pinot Noir. The fruit comes from eight distinct blocks, each fermented separately to preserve its individual character before blending. This parcel-by-parcel approach allows Thomas Rivers Brown to highlight the vineyard’s nuances and build the final wine with precision.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRuoka \u0026amp; tarjoilu\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis Pinot Noir pairs well with roast duck, grilled salmon, mushroom risotto, herb-roasted chicken, or dishes featuring earthy root vegetables. Serve it slightly chilled, ideally around 14-16°C, and consider a short decant if opening young to let the aromatics fully unfold.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTuottaja\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRivers-Marie is the project of renowned winemaker Thomas Rivers Brown, whose thoughtful, site-driven approach has earned him a strong following among collectors of California wine. The winery is known for crafting polished, expressive wines that emphasize vineyard character over heavy-handed winemaking. With wines like Joy Road, Rivers-Marie continues to stand out as one of Sonoma and California’s most respected names for elegant, terroir-focused Pinot Noir.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Rivers-Marie","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49122496086258,"sku":"FW-9313","price":74.82,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/4810\/5202\/files\/rivers-marie-joy-road-pinot-noir-2022-0.png?v=1780664814","url":"https:\/\/bottlehero.fi\/products\/rivers-marie-joy-road-pinot-noir-2022","provider":"Bottle Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}