2016 Wohler Vineyard

94 Points: Virginie Boone Wine Enthusiast - 2/1/2019

"A bright floral fragrance of rose rises seamlessly on the nose of this wine, as a full-bodied concentration of black raspberry develops on the palate. Asian spice, forest floor and black tea underline its varietal power and exoticism."

92 Points: Robert Parker's Wine Advocate Robert Parker's Wine Advocate

"The 2016 Pinot Noir Wohler Vineyard has a pale to medium ruby-purple color and offers a spicy nose of black pepper, anise and cinnamon over a core of red and black cherries and mulberries. Full-bodied and laden with warm berries and spicy accents, it has a velvety texture and great freshness on the finish. 322 cases produced."

Wohler is a beautiful vineyard that runs along Wohler Road in the heart of the Russian River Valley. It is planted on the valley floor where dense fog frequently settles, keeping the ripening progress slow and steady. The site’s fertile soils lead to healthy vines that produce classic Russian River Valley Pinot Noir aromas and flavors.

• composition:

  100% Pinot Noir

• alcohol: 14.8%
• bottling date: 08/15/2017
• fermentation:

  Gently desteemed into open-top fermenters; three day cold soak; cap management included pump-overs & punch-downs