Wine of the Week: 2009 Walter Hansel Russian River Valley Pinot Noir
ByPublished : Sept. 30, 2011 - 18:50
From Hansel Family Vineyards comes this fine expression of Russian River Pinot. Round and silky, with a beautiful balance and taste of red plums and black cherries, the 2009 is a splurge, but worth it for a California Pinot of this quality.
Save it for a special dinner party to have with roasted or braised duck, braised short ribs or some meaty lamb chops.
Save it for a special dinner party to have with roasted or braised duck, braised short ribs or some meaty lamb chops.
● Region: Russian River Valley
● Price: About $36
● Style: Balanced and elegant
● What it goes with: Duck, braised beef, grilled lamb chops
By S. Irene Virbila
(Los Angeles Times)
(MCT Information Services)