Bright and brambly fruits with alpine notes are distinctive in our 2023 Anderson Valley Pinot Noir. Beautifully aromatic and boisterous elements blackberries, violets and redwood forest notes frame the deep and luscious palate. Black raspberry and plum flavors combine with cherry blossom and fresh cedar, highlighted by juniper and bay laurel, which are unique markers for Pinot Noir from this region. The wine is a rich ruby color with purple core, and refreshing brightness.
The full expression of site is what drives us in the decisions for each wine we produce. All lots of Pinot Noir undergo an extended cold soak until native yeasts begin a spontaneous fermentation in open-top fermenters. Destemmed grapes are punched down by hand once to twice per day. Our small lot fermentations take upwards of a month to finish, before a light pressing to barrel for their aging. Our Pinot Noir remains in 100% French oak barrels (10% new) for 8 months prior to bottling.
94 points - Wine Enthusiast Magazine
Just an hour north from Sonoma County is the Anderson Valley AVA, surrounded by redwood forests, bordered by the Mendocino coastline. A mix of certified sustainable and organic vineyards, Anderson Valley is much colder than other areas in California because the valley runs north-west, opening up to the Pacific Ocean. Our Anderson Valley Pinot Noir is sourced from vineyards in the “Deep End” of Anderson Valley, which is the northern end closest to the ocean. There is prominent marine influence in the region, bringing cool evenings and foggy mornings which create the perfect growing conditions for delicate grapes like Pinot Noir.
