The Dutton Ranch Pinot simply exclaims its Russian River heritage in the nose; with bright black cherry, dried strawberry and lilac overtones. In the mouth it continues with a wonderfully sweet cherry middle, surrounded by fat, supple tannins and nutmeg/coriander spice elements. This is a hedonistic wine whose balance belies its lingering intensity and substantial concentration. A hugely versatile food wine, it might be particularly suited to salmon dishes, roasted fowl, and medium intensity cheeses like Gruyere or Asiago.