Robert Mondavi Private Selection Pinot Noir 2009 Central Coast California

With a medium bodied palate, this wine exhibits raspberry and dried cherry aromas, with supple, silky, berry and cherry jam flavours with a black peppar spiciness on the bright, fresh finish.

Small quantities of Syrah, Mourvedre, Petite Sirah and Merlot are included to enhance the flavour profile.

The fermentation took place in open-top fermenters with punching-down of the cap to encourage a gentle extraction of tannins; the wine was aged in oak barrles (about 20% new) for about 5 months.