Rhys Horseshoe Vineyard Pinot Noir 2007
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Planted in 2004 with a total of 17.5 acres, Horseshoe Ranch is Rhys Vineyards' most beautiful vineyard site. It is less than 1/2 mile from Alpine vineyard, but they are different in many ways. The ridge between the vineyards protects Horseshoe from some of the direct ocean influence but allows for similarly cool temperatures. More importantly, Horseshoe lies on a ridge of sedimentary shale called Monterey formation that has made its way to surface over the millenia. This lightweight, brittle rust-mottled shale is prevalent throughout the surface and soil providing for low vigor and outstanding drainage.
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Robert Parker's Wine Advocate
The dense ruby/purple-tinged 2007 Syrah Horseshoe Ranch Vineyard (150 cases) exhibits beautiful aromas of acacia flowers, forest floor, red and black fruits, and hints of charcoal as well as camphor. Fresh acids, a full-bodied mouthfeel, and a seductive, lush finish suggest it should provide plenty of pleasure over the next decade.
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At Rhys Vineyards we aspire to make great Pinot Noir, Chardonnay and Syrah from some of California’s most unique and expressive vineyards. This pursuit has led us to search the state for exciting rocky soils that exist within the mountainous, cool, Coastal climate zone. Over the last 15 years we have developed seven estate vineyards, six in the Santa Cruz Mountains and one in Anderson Valley, each of which is capable of producing uniquely compelling, distinctive, soil driven wine.
Their overriding belief that unique vineyard expression is the key to truly great wine leads them to an approach that includes: 1. A relentless, spare-no-expense, focus on producing the best possible fruit in the vineyard; 2. Carefully selected cool weather sites that offer interesting and expressive soil character; 3. Natural winemaking with minimal intervention. These core tenets help produce age-worthy wines that emphasize vineyard expression, balance, fresh fruit, and concentration.