Our Pinot Noirs
“it's a hard grape to grow..... it's thin-skinned, temperamental, ripens early. It's not a survivor like Cabernet, which can just grow anywhere and thrive even when it's neglected. No, Pinot needs constant care and attention….and in fact it can only grow in these really specific, little, tucked away corners of the world… and only the most patient and nurturing of growers can do it. Only somebody who really takes the time to understand Pinot's potential can then coax it into its fullest expression. Then its flavors, they're just the most haunting and brilliant and thrilling and subtle and... ancient on the planet."
- Miles from the movie Sideways
2005 - PINOT NOIR AMBER RIDGE VINEYARD |
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The Art: Located in the Russian River AVA, the Amber Ridge vineyard benefits from significant temperature variations found in this cool region allowing for longer ripening and added complexity. Our grapes in 2005 came from the vineyard’s 777 Dijon clone block and the wine exhibits fabulous floral, cherry, dark berry and sandal wood aromatics that are the hallmark of this of type of Pinot Noir. Rich on entry, the wine envelopes the palate with deep red berry fruit, warm spices and a hint of roasted nuts. A creamy and supple Pinot Noir with good backbone and a long finish. The Science:
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2006 - PINOT NOIR AMBER RIDGE VINEYARD |
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The Art: Located in the heart of Russian River Valley, this vineyard benefits from a cool climate location allowing for longer ripening and added complexity. The vines are farmed using sustainable agricultural practices. Our grapes come from the vineyard’s 115 Dijon clone block and the wine exhibits floral and cherry aromatics. Rich on entry, the wine envelopes the palate with sweet, broad and heady red berry fruit and a hint of warm spices. A creamy and supple Pinot Noir with good grip and a long finish. The Science:
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2006 - BOHEMIAN VINEYARD |
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The Art: Located in the picturesque Sonoma County Hamlet of Freestone, this small family owned vineyard benefits from a cool climate location allowing for longer ripening and added complexity with near Burgundian characteristics. A co-fermented field blend of three Pinot Noir Dijon clones (115, 667 & 777) that have resulted in a whimsical wine that displays a bright and complex interplay of soil, climate, vintage and varietal. Although densely textured the wine is refined, light-handed and artisanal. The Science:
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