Just Released! Our Allocation of "Total Knock Out" 2021s from Cult Russian River Royalty Arrives This Week |
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2021 DuMOL 'Wester Reach' Russian River Valley Pinot Noir
- Ratings: JS 95
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60 Bottles, $74.99
2021 DuMOL 'Wester Reach' Russian River Valley Chardonnay
- Ratings: JS 94
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60 Bottles, $64.99
2021 DuMOL "Wild Mountainside" Russian River Valley Syrah
- Ratings: VM 94-96
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6 Bottles, $64.99
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About DuMOL's Winemaker - Andy Smith:
- Previously with Gemstone, Littorai, Paul Hobbs and Larkmead
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“Wine Personality of the Year” by Wine Advocate in 2005
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“World’s Most Influential Wine Consultants” in 2008 & “World’s Grape Gurus” in 2013 both by Food & Wine magazine
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Dear friends,
We're receiving a mere couple of cases this week of the newest DuMOL releases: the most elite Sonoma stalwart we've ever had the privilege to earn allocations of. It only took about a decade...and just in time for this outstanding praise from Vinous Media's Antonio Galloni:
Winemaker/Co-owner Andy Smith and Associate Winemaker Jenna Davis presented a breathtaking range of 2021s. I was blown away by the wines I tasted from DuMOL this year. Two thousand twenty-one is one of the greatest vintages I have tasted here. That is evident from the very first wines in this lineup. Despite drought conditions, the wines retain terrific acidity and tons of nuance. Interestingly, Smith reported that wines extracted easily in 2021. The Chardonnays are incredibly pure and brilliant. It's much the same in the Pinots, a stunning collection of wines that reaches its apogee with the Pinot Noir MacIntyre, one of the greatest California Pinots I have ever tasted. The theme of delineation and vibrancy continues through to the Syrahs and Cabernets. Most of the 2021s were in tank, hence scores are in parentheses. This is a very special set of wines that readers will not want to miss.
More About DuMOL:
Founded in 1996, DuMOL is a vineyard focused producer of cool-climate Pinot Noir and Chardonnay from distinctive vineyards in the extreme southwestern part of the Russian River Valley. They also grow and craft small-lot Syrah, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Viognier from exceptional vineyard sites in Sonoma and Napa, expanding upon twenty-five years of winegrowing experience. DuMOL's 25 acre sustainably farmed Estate Vineyard is located on an undulating east-facing slope of one of the appellation's famous ridgelines. From this classic site and in tandem with some of the coastal area's finest growers, DuMOL crafts wines that fully capture the aromatics, flavors and textures that exemplify their vineyard sites and varietals character in the purest and most precise form.
We have to reiterate that DuMOL's wines are normally available ONLY through limited allocation offers to their mailing list, and a few select restaurants worldwide. They could go back to being this exclusive for the next vintage - there's no way to know. So order now and don't miss out!
Cheers,
—James Tran
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2021 DuMOL "Wester Reach" Russian River Valley Chardonnay
94 Points - James Suckling:
"A structured and layered white with apple, light honey and acacia aromas and flavors. Medium to full body. Creamy mouthfeel. Phenolic texture that runs through the wine. Flavorful yet subtle finish. Touch of flint and cedar. Drink or hold." (4/4/23)
90-92 Points - Vinous:
"The 2021 Chardonnay Wester Reach is bright and nicely focused. Lemon peel, white flowers, chalk and white pepper all lend tons of nuance. Vineyard sites are Flax, Cornerstone, Heintz, Lorenzo and El Diablo. There's terrific energy and focus here." - Antonio Galloni (Jan 2023)
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Vineyards: 38% Flax Estate, 22% Heintz, 18% Cornerstone, 14% Lorenzo & 8% El Diablo
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Aging: Aged 11 months in 30% new French oak barrels followed by 4 months settling in tank.
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Production: 3500 cases of 750ml
- Only 60 bottles available
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2021 DuMOL "Wester Reach" Russian River Valley Pinot Noir
95 Points - James Suckling:
"A wine with a lot of back end, with dark fruits of blackberry and cherry. Ripe strawberry. Hints of toasted oak and smoke. It’s full and layered with very firm and polished tannins. Very serious and real, and shows the structure of the vintage. Some chocolate. Strawberry pie, too. Drinkable but two to three years of age will help it." (4/4/23)
90-92 Points - Vinous:
"The 2021 Pinot Noir Wester Reach is fabulous. Bright and explosive, the Wester Reach is a fabulous introduction to the vintage at DuMOL. Red/purplish fruit, lavender, rose petal and kirsch are all pushed forward. This vibrant Russian River Pinot Noir is a total knock out." - Antonio Galloni (Jan 2023)
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Vineyards: 38% DuMOL Estate, 24% Occidental Road, 20% Upp Road & 18% Flax Estate
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Aging: Aged 15 months in 30% new French oak barrels
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Production: 3000 cases of 750ml
- Only 60 bottles available
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2021 DuMOL "Wild Mountainside" Russian River Valley Syrah
94-96 Points - Vinous Media:
"The 2021 Syrah Wild Mountainside is fabulous. Inky, deep and explosive, the 2021 possesses tremendous concentration from start to finish. Blackberry, chocolate, spice, sage, menthol and gravel all run through this deep, savory Syrah. All the elements come together so effortlessly. The 2021 is a blend from Hoppe-Kelly and Limerick Lane." - Antonio Galloni (January 2023)
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Vineyards: 52% Hoppe-Kelly & 48% Dutton-Gregori
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Aging: Aged 15 months in 25% new French oak barrels
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Production: 750 cases of 750ml
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