2006 Pinot Noir ~ Russian River Valley
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| Winemaker's Notes |
Our Russian River Valley Pinot Noir is a blend from carefully selected vineyards in this appellation: Leras Family Vineyards, Elsbree Vineyards, Peters Vineyard, Sara Lee Vineyard, Windsor Oaks, and Sapphire Hill. Each vineyard holds its own distinction; and we feel that the fruit is among the best the Russian River Valley has to offer. The 2006 growing season ended with an unusually cool summer which provided a long hang-time for the grapes, giving the wine very complex flavors. During the fermentation and aging process, we keep each vineyard/clone separated, cold-soaking the grapes two to three days before adding several different types of yeast, cultured specifically for Pinot Noir. We hand-punch to closely control the temperature, sometimes as often as five or six times a day, and age in Francois Frères barrels for 11 months before bottling. |
| Tasting Notes |
Medium ruby color with aromas of cherries and vanilla. Flavors of bright cherry, berry, and minerals satisfy the palate. The sweet oak, solid structure, and firm tannins lead to a long and balanced finish. |
| Appellation |
Russian River Valley |
| Harvest Date |
September 4-October 2, 2006 |
| Cooperage |
11 months in François Frères French oak, 30% new, 50% 1 & 2-year-old, 20% 3 year-old |
| Production |
900 cases 750 ml |
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