Winemaker Notes
Professional Ratings
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Wine Enthusiast
Silky, sanguine and tart, this wine is defined by tones of strawberry, rhubarb and citrus. It is a delicate, lightly textured wine that holds its ripeness well and has a lingering spice note.
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Wine Spectator
Rich and refined, offering luscious red fruit and spice flavors that are well-honed. Mineral and hot stone details show on the finish, with notes of chocolate and pastry.
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.