Winemaker Notes
Our 2015 Cuvaison Estate Pinot Noir offers up an intriguing blend of black plum, wild strawberry, cherry and raspberry fruit against a backdrop of cola, licorice and hint of sassafras. An inviting medley of floral notes, black and red fruits and a lingering spice, our 2015 captures the essence of our Los Carneros Estate.”
Professional Ratings
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James Suckling
Dried strawberries with some black cherries and tea leaves. Medium-bodied, layered and juicy with fine tannins. Sandalwood and citrus undertones at the finish.
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.