A fusion of flavors emerges from this 2023 Pinot Noir, with bright red cherries, raspberries, and hibiscus blend seamlessly. Juiciness is the heart of this wine, complemented by a framework of vibrant acidity and soft tannins, contributing to its graceful structure. A genuine representation of coastal Pinot Noir, it showcases purity and refinement, making it an ideal summer sipper when served with a slight chill.
The Estate saw 46 inches of rain during the winter months which surpassed all recent historical records by double. The rain filled up our water tables, ponds and water holding soil capacity was at its maximum. All the welcomed rain, while very beneficial overall, did present some challenges early in the growing season. More rain means more water and nutrients available to the vines, which means more vigor and larger canopies to manage. Bud break began in early March, a few weeks later than normal. A historically cool spring and summer delayed the growing season by a few weeks more. The grapes enjoyed ample hang time which allowed ripeness to occur much more gradually than we’ve seen in recent years. The cumulation of the long growing season produced grapes with textbook chemistry numbers. Perfect balance between sugar, acid and flavor development means extremely high quality. Yields were higher than in recent years which is welcomed from this Blockbuster vintage that will surely go down as one of the best vintages in the past decade.
