| Tasting notes |
| Bright ruby color. Blackberries and wild strawberries are the dominant aromas along with faint aromas of clove, cocoa, and vanilla. On the pallet, flavors of fresh plum and black cherry are framed with a supple mouthfeel and light tannins. The abundance of fruit is balanced by the pleasant French oak influence. The combination of soft tannins and intense fruit provides a finished mouth-feel that is delicate and velvety |
| Wine maker notes |
| Long, warm summer days and cool evenings during grape maturation along with limiting the crop in the 5 acre block situated on the Alexander Valley Vineyards property, has unquestionably produced a Pinot Noir which is abundant in the classic Pinot aromas and flavors. Cold soaking; two pump overs a day during fermentation; plus the use of the two different yeast strains enhanced the aroma and flavor. |
| Technical notes |
| Wine: Pinot Noir
Vintage: 2001
Appellation: Alexander Valley
Grape Varietal: Pinot Noir
Barrel Regimen: 100% French Oak, 25% New
Bottling Information:
Cases Produced
3300
Release Date
9/1/2002
Analysis:
Alcohol (by volume)
13.3%
pH
3.4
Acid
0.58
R.S.
0
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| Food pairing |
| Serve with roasted leg of lamb or pork tenderloin with cherry sauce.
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