Winemaker Notes
Big, rich and assertive. Stormin’ offers intense fresh blackberry and Mission fig complimented by bergamot tea, thyme and pennyroyal. A strong wine with muscular tannins and great acidy creates a dynamic and expressive palate while balancing the powerful flavors.
A perfect wine for richer meals or to be enjoyed on its own.
Professional Ratings
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Robert Parker's Wine Advocate
It has a medium garnet color and broody scents of wild berries, tea leaves, tree bark and lavender. The medium-bodied palate balances concentrated flavors with chalky tannins and fresh acidity, and it has a layered finish.
Anderson Valley, located in Mendocino County just above Sonoma County, is one of California’s coolest AVAs, allowing it a long growing season. Only 15 miles long, the region makes a slice eastward through the mountains, from the frigid Pacific Ocean. Dramatic diurnal temperature variations here preserve grape acidity and thus freshness in the finished wines. These are prime conditions for growing Pinot Noir, and the valley produces many fine versions. Characteristics of Anderson Valley Pinot Noir typically include crisp acidity, cranberry and strawberry notes as well as earthy notes of forest floor and mushroom.
Still Pinot Noir, however, is only part of the story. Pinot Noir, along with Chardonnay, are also grown for Anderson Valley’s exceptional sparkling wines. Produced via the traditional method, these offer a classic toasty note from lees aging, bright, complex fruit notes and a clean, refreshing character.