2016 La Encantada Vineyard Pinot Noir | 750ml | 14.7%

Located on the westernmost side of the Sta. Rita Hills, we source Pinot Noir fruit of great character from this well-established, organically-farmed vineyard. The nose shows classic Sta. Rita Hills character with forest floor, flint, and black/white pepper notes. On the palate, the aromatics carry forth to provide a rich set of flavors full of warmed boysenberries, spice, and a hint of cocoa powder. Bottled unfiltered and using only native yeast, we further accent the terroir with 30% whole cluster fermentation.

VARIETAL COMPOSITION: Pinot Noir
VINIFICATION: Fermented on skins in 1-ton fermenting bins using only native yeast; 30% whole cluster
AGING: Aged in 46% new French oak barrels for 18 months
PAIR WITH: Roast chicken, mushroom risotto, nutty cheeses
CASE PRODUCTION: 300
ALCOHOL: 14.7%
PRICE: $50 Retail / $42.50 Club

  94 Points