Gloria Ferrer Jose S. Ferrer Pinot Noir 2000
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Winemaker Bob Iantosca cherry-picked 10 barrels of our finest Pinot Noir, representing several different clones from our Carneros estate. The grapes were hand-harvested in late September and early October. The crop (while small in size) was exceptional in quality with concentrated ripe, rich berries, full of depth and good acidity.
As early as the 1970s Carneros became known as a source of terrific Pinot Noir, and was one of the first California regions to gain such a reputation. The combination of sunny days, cooling fog and thin clay soils are tailor-made for the variety. Another factor in Pinot Noir’s prominent place here is vintners’ willingness to experiment widely. The history of the grape in Carneros is marked by continuous research into clonal variations, viticultural techniques and site selection. Careful evaluation over time has revealed a signature flavor profile as well. Complex aromas and flavors of cherry, red berry, spice, earth and cola appear time and again in Carneros Pinot Noir. To this day the appellation remains one of California’s standard bearers for the variety.