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Vaughn Duffy Wines

Santa Rosa, CA United States

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  • 2021 Pinot Noir Sonoma Coast
    Sonoma Coast
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    A harmonious blend of four exceptional vineyards - Marshall Ranch, Hopkins Ranch, Bacigalupi, and Pepperwood - captures the essence of the renowned Sonoma Coast appellation. Hints of fresh-picked blackberries dance with rose petals and Asian spices. On the palate, the flavors follow with black cherry, tea, and cracked peppercorn. The juicy core of acidity leads to a long, smooth finish. -- 117 cases produced -- 92 pts - Wine Spectator -- 92 pts - Wine Enthusiast
    Suggested Retail Price: $50
  • 2021 Pinot Noir Russian River Valley
    Russian River Valley
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    This is our 11th vintage of Russian River Valley Pinot Noir. Our 2021 version is a blend of three vineyards that span this world-renowned Pinot Noir appellation. The vineyards are Hopkins Ranch (42%), Bacigalupi (29%), and Earl Stephens (29%). Black cherry, red plum, and baking spice aromatics with a silky texture that opens up to flavors of strawberry preserves, cranberry, and notes of fresh herbs. -- 175 cases produced -- Best of Class - 98 pts - 2023 North Coast Wine Challenge -- 92 pts - Wine Spectator -- 91 pts - Wine Enthusiast
    Suggested Retail Price: $50
  • 2021 Pinot Noir Fay's Reserve
    Sonoma Coast
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    A tribute to our beloved daughter, this exceptional wine embodies the best four barrels from the vintage. Crafted with meticulous care, the 2021 vintage showcases the harmonious blend of grapes from the Suacci Vineyard and Earl Stephens' Vineyard. Our Fay's Reserve Pinot Noir is pure and fruity with ripe dark cherry, blackberry, and plum flavors. Notes of clove and baking spices complement the wine's rich core of fruit, and the wine works its way across the palate. -- 100 cases produced -- 92 pts - Wine Enthusiast
    Suggested Retail Price: $75
  • 2022 Pinot Noir Bacigalupi Vineyards
    Russian River Valley
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    Bacigalupi Vineyards is located in the heart of the Russian River Valley. This historic property consists of three different ranches that straddle Westside Road. Our debut vintage from Bacigalupi won the “Best of the Best” award at the North Coast Wine Competition. Our 2022 vintage is the follow-up and is true to form, already garnering a 96-point rating from Wine Enthusiast. The wine is full of nuance and surprise, showing earthiness, delicate red fruits and and savory spice across a plush and sleek mouthfeel. Sure to delight!
    Suggested Retail Price: $75

Description

Vaughn Duffy started in 2009 when husband and wife duo Matt Duffy and Sara Vaughn purchased one ton of Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir. Over a decade later, Vaugh Duffy produces small lots of acclaimed vineyard-designate and appellation Pinot Noirs from Sonoma County. Winemaker Matt Duffy joins forces with some of Sonoma's best growers to craft Pinot Noir in small batches. This approach ensures top-notch quality and meticulous attention to detail. In 2023, Vaughn Duffy gained significant recognition when their 2021 Bacigalupi Vineyards Pinot Noir won the title of "Best of the Best" at the North Coast Wine Challenge. This prestigious award signifies that their wine outperformed nearly 1,200 other wines in the competition, establishing Vaughn Duffy as a notable and respected producer of Pinot Noir in Sonoma County.

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