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Tasting Notes
Abundant aromatics and flavors make this Pinot Noir a showstopper. Layered aromas of cherry cordial, teak leaf, nutmeg and a pinch of cinnamon complement flavors of baked cherry pie, rhubarb and fresh raspberry. The finish is long, smooth and luxurious with hints of chamomile tea and cocoa dust.
Vintage Notes
The 2024 growing season started off wet with abundant rains revitalizing the soil. Cooler temperatures extended ripening and allowed the grapes time to develop deep color, varietal intensity and balanced acidity. Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, and Zinfandel were picked in late August through early September, while the Bordeaux varieties were harvested in September concluding with a final pick of Cabernet Sauvignon in mid-October.
Vineyard Notes
We source our Pinot Noir fruit from vineyards located in the cooler areas of Sonoma County including Russian River Valley and Sonoma Coast. These areas experience a marine influence from the Pacific Ocean and San Pablo Bay as cool air, fog and wind rolls in at night during the summer, dropping temperatures substantially. This natural air-conditioning is ideal for Pinot Noir allowing the grapes to develop deep flavors while retaining acidity.
Winemaker Notes
To capture the distinct varietal characteristics of each vineyard, the lots are fermented separately starting with a five to ten day cold soak to extract optimal color and flavor. After a long, slow fermentation the wine is racked off into French oak barrels, 20% new, where it undergoes natural malolactic fermentation followed by aging for eight months before blending and bottling.
