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Pinot Noir
Russian River Valley ~ Estate Grown ~ OUR VINEYARD: We are located on Starr Road in the Russian River Valley. The position of our vineyard and seasonal creek make a pleasing visual corridor. A mixture of native oak and eucalyptus trees follow the waterway and the vines, comprised of a field blend of Dijon clones 115, 667, 777, receive full sun throughout the growing season. HARVEST AND WINEMAKING: Our grapes are hand picked during the early morning hours to ensure arrival at the winery while still cool. The fruit is sorted, gently destemmed and placed into a stainless steel open topped fermentor. Cold soak is followed by hand punch downs over a period of several days. At dryness, free-run juice and gently pressed must is delivered directly into barrels. Malolactic fermentation occurrs in barrels and the wines is stirred monthly until bottling. 2009 Pinot Noir 
AROMA: Black cherries and strawberry jam, faintly herbal, good interest. TASTE: Cherry and strawberry jam, subtle sweet oak, good acid balance, full finish. OVERALL: Nice, young Pinot Noir with good varietal character, balance and interest. Will age well. 2008 Pinot Noir 
AROMA: Earthy, red ripe fruit. Violets, red berry, cherry, cola, spicey oak. TASTE: Nice entry. Ripe berry, pomegranate, and cranberry. Soft acid but balanced. OVERALL: Nice young Pinot. Good fruit and balance. AWARDS/ACCOLADES: SILVER MEDAL, 2011 San Francisco International Wine Competition.  "Enticing perfume of Bing cherries, rose petals and spice. Richly satisfying on the palate with vibrant flavors of black cherries and black raspberries. Fine-grain tannins contribute to a satiny mouth feel and a respectable grip of acidity on the finish leaves a refreshing impression. " ~ Pinotfile, June 8, 2010 2007 Pinot Noir Sold out. View production notes > You MUST be 21 years or older to order wine. To order, enter bottle count and click ADD TO CART or call 707-799-7449. View our Refund/return policies |
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