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THE VINEYARDS
Our 2007
vintage is a composite of several areas within the Russian River
appellation. Each adds a certain expression of the pinot noir grape. This
selection contributes to the balance of the final blend of all five
vineyards. Using handcrafted, small vineyards, allows us to produce a pinot
with an exceptional level of quality. This particular release was an
exploration into the nature of pinot noir of the varied growing regions in
the Russian River area. By composing it that way, we achieved a worthy
expression of the pinot noir grape.
TASTING
NOTES
This wine is
light ruby in color with aromas of dark cherry and smoked meats. The wine is
medium bodied and well extracted, which results in a rich middle body,
followed by a long and somewhat acidic finish. The flavors duplicate the
aromas of fruit and smoke. The wine is unfined and unfiltered.
GOLD MEDAL
WINNER AT THE SF CHRONICLE TASTING
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Vineyards: Russian River
Forchini Vinards
Indindoli Family Vineyards
Lone Redwood Vineyards
De Natale Vineyards
Sonoma Coast:
Corona Creek Vineyards
Tech Data:
100% pinot noir
grapes, alcohol 14.5, pH 3.6, TA .68
Barrels:
all French oak 40% new and 60% 1-2 years old. Aged 12 months.
Production:
900 cases produced
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