This Pinot Noir has aromas of black and red cherry, anise and a hint of cedar. Characteristics of cherry cola, vanilla, and cinnamon are entwined with bright red fruit for a beautiful balance. Silky tannins with a medium body are prevalent along with great acidity, complimented by delectable fruit flavors.
APPELLATION:
Edna Valley
VINEYARD SOURCE:
Green gate, Spanish Springs, Paragon
CLONES:
Pommard, 667, 943, 4
HARVEST DATES:
September 15, 2020
FERMENTATION:
Open top fermentation at 78˚F for 11 days
BARREL REGIME:
Aged in 40% new French oak barrels
ALCOHOL:
14.5%
TA:
5.78 g/l
PH:
3.9
BOTTLING DATE:
June 29, 2021
CASES PRODUCED:
378
The 2020 growing season featured a mild start to summer which allowed the grapes to ripen slowly. The region saw much warmer harvest temperatures which helped accelerate ripening and bring the grapes’ natural acidity into beautiful balance.