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Pinot Noir, Santa Cruz Mountains, Bay Laurel Vineyard

Pinot Noir, Santa Cruz Mountains, Bay Laurel Vineyard Wine Details
Price: $25.00 per bottle

Description: The tiny Bay Laurel Vineyard located close to the 'Summit Store' was the source of this fruit. It is a heat deprived location resulting in a viticultural challenge to provide mature grapes. The yields are also small but this results in intense fruit flavors. Consistent with our winemaking style, a non-intervention approach was used before, during and after fermentation. For example, the wine was barreled with lees that were stirred in the early months after fermentation was complete and then nothing else was done. It was bottled unfiltered and allowed to rest for many months undisturbed. Sediment will probably develop in the future but it will not detract from the wine's traditional style - cherry and floral aromas with hints of strawberry. The acid level, including pH is ideal, and will allow the many layers that are present to further evolve.




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