Paul Hobbs
George Menini Estate Pinot Noir
Russian River Valley
2022
Vintage
Varietal
Pinot Noir
Where it is, October 2026
At Peak: inside the peak window (2026-2030), within the full drinking arc.
This bottle is in its peak window through 2030, with a drinking horizon to 2034.
The ‘22 George Menini Estate Pinot Noir.
Paul Hobbs George Menini Estate Pinot Noir 2022 is from Russian River Valley, United States.
Cellared Ageability Index (CAI) drinking timeline
Storage and bottle condition can shift the experience.
The peak window sits inside the broader full drinking arc.
Tasting note
Paul Hobbs George Menini Estate Pinot Noir 2022 has a full body, fresh acidity, and moderate tannins.
The 2022 vintage
Paul Hobbs' 2022 George Menini Estate Pinot Noir comes from Russian River Valley, United States.
About Paul Hobbs
Paul Hobbs' George Menini Estate Pinot Noir comes from Russian River Valley, United States.
From the cellar: pair with
Pan-seared duck breast with cherry reduction
The pairing is scaled to the wine's full body.
Grilled salmon with lemon herb butter
The wine's fresh acidity keeps the pairing lively.
Braised pork belly with apple fennel slaw
The pairing leaves room for the wine's moderate tannins.
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Frequently Asked
What is Paul Hobbs George Menini Estate Pinot Noir 2022?
Paul Hobbs George Menini Estate Pinot Noir 2022 is from Russian River Valley, United States.
What does Paul Hobbs George Menini Estate Pinot Noir 2022 taste like?
Paul Hobbs George Menini Estate Pinot Noir 2022 has a full body, fresh acidity, and moderate tannins.
When should Paul Hobbs George Menini Estate Pinot Noir 2022 be opened?
The canonical CAI full drinking arc is 2024-2034. Within that arc, the peak window is 2026-2030. The full arc is the broader period the wine may drink well; the peak window is when it is most likely to show its best balance. Storage, fill level, cork condition, and preference can shift the decision. Taste before adding more air or holding the rest.
What pairs with Paul Hobbs George Menini Estate Pinot Noir 2022?
Pair this wine with Pan-seared duck breast with cherry reduction; Grilled salmon with lemon herb butter; or Braised pork belly with apple fennel slaw.