DuMOL Pinot Noir Russian River Valley - 2008 (750ml) GBU cellar and I can fully comprehend

and I can fully comprehend why they would want to keep them separate

I would suggest a good two to three hours of decanting prior to service

and there is no fining or filtration

a cool-climate year

DuMOL Pinot Noir Russian River Valley - 2008 (750ml) GBU cellar and I can fully comprehendStill young and unevolved, the 2008 Pinot Noirs are restrained and slightly less impressive and concentrated than the 2007s at a similar age. They all appear to have outstanding potential with the exception of the generic Russian River cuvee. The latter wine possesses lots of sweet cola infused berry fruit. The 2008s are softer than the 2007s. The heat spikes that occurred in September appear to have given these wines a more forward, plump style