Tasting Notes Fresh fruit aromas of cherry, and raspberry are followed by hints of violet, white pepper, mineral, and spice aromatics. This wine offers crisp acidity upon entry unfolding with flavors of black cherry, raspberry and hints of lavender. Tannins are supple creating a lingering finish with anise and notes of toast. Enjoy now or cellar up to 4 years. Vineyards This wine is a blend of our Sonoma Coast vineyards. Each year our newly planted Flowers Ranch contributes an increasing proportion of estate fruit. 25% Flowers Ranch 65% Leased vineyards and those under contract, farmed to our specifications. The full spectrum of Pinot Noir clones is represented in this wine. Older traditional California heirloom selections such as Martini, 2A, and Pommard are complemented by the more recently available Dijon clones (115, 828, 667, 777), as well as low vigor selections from the Swan and Calera vineyards. |