Williams Selyem

Russian River Valley Pinot Noir

2021
Russian River Valley
Sonoma
California
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WILL-yums SELL-yem RUSH-en RIV-er Val-lee PEE-no NWAR
Varietal
Pinot Noir
$115
Flavors
Red Cherry Red Cherry
Herbal Tea Herbal Tea
Cinnamon Cinnamon
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Palate Character

Balance & Finesse 2 Rich & Full 2 Light & Bright 2 Smooth & Silky 1 Round & Fleshy 2 Tone & Backbone 2 Powerful & Extracted 2 Bright & Crisp 2
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Tasting Notes
A balanced complex Pinot Noir with black and red cherry fruit, followed by a medley of tea spice and mineral notes, that evolve in a long complex finish.
COLOR
Medium Red/Ruby
BODY
TANNIN
ACIDITY
SWEET
ALCOH.
13.7%
GRAPE(S)
Pinot Noir
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Why this wine made the cut…
It is age-worthy, complex Pinot, that is hard to resist in its youth.
Russian River Valley, California
GRAPE VARIETAL(S)
Pinot Noir
100% Pee-NO NWAR
Pinot Noir is arguably the most revered grape variety in the world with origins in Burgundy, France where the best expressions can still be found. Pinot Noir is not only a tough grape to grow, it also shows miniscule differences in terroir arguably more than any other grape variety. Stylistically, it is generally higher in acid and lower in tannin but can vary depending on the location, and winemaking technique. It is very versatile with food, and shows a range of flavor from red and black fruit, floral, spice, earth, and mineral qualities.
Country / State
California
Region
Sonoma
Sub Region
Russian River Valley
Producer
Williams Selyem
Vintage
2021

Williams Selyem

Russian River Valley, California


Williams Selyem was born out of serendipity and talent 35 years ago. In 1970 Burt Williams was given a few tons of grapes to try his hand at winemaking, which illuminated his passion and talent for the craft. He eventually set out with Ed Selyem to make great pinot noir, less for sale than for themselves, since they could not afford red Burgundy! 


At launch, William Selyem partnered with local growers in exchange for nothing but a handshake. While they have expanded substantially, including planting their own vineyards, many of those initial relationships still continue to this day. 

William Selyem focuses on making great wines in the vineyard. The wines therefore often differ in style while being consistently elegant, expressive, and intense.