2021 Marin County Pinot Noir

VINEYARD NOTES

With the Pacific Ocean to the west and San Pablo Bay to the east, Marin County is one of the coolest AVAs in California. The winter temperatures are typically warmer than in Napa and Sonoma because of the surrounding bodies of water and its heavy precipitation. While bud break is accelerated, the cool spring and summer seasons lead to long hang times. This longer growing season lends itself to high-quality wines with balance, natural acidity, and lower alcohol levels.

WINEMAKER NOTES

The grapes for this cool climate Pinot Noir are from the Stubbs, Corda/Chileno, and Azaya Vineyards in the northernmost reaches of Marin County. The grapes were
hand harvested between October 4 and October 19 and fermented in a combination of small, open-top fermenters with hand punch downs before aging in 100% French oak barrels, 40% new for nine months.

TASTING NOTES

Dark fruit aromas of fresh blackberry, blueberry, and plumb are layered with supple notes of black pepper and fresh herbs. Cherry and strawberry are dusted with tea leaves and spice. The finish is well-integrated with restrained, luxuriously soft tannins that are exotic and lengthy.