Pinot Noir, WALT wine 'La Brisa Vineyard'

North Coast pinot noir districts saw more variations in weather than in most recent vintages, and, while the roads from budbreak to harvest may have been different, the outcomes were generally favorable. Pinot noir growers throughout the north coast reported a leisurely harvest, spread over several weeks rather than rushed. The top wines offer freshness and exceptional aging potential: lithe and focused in Anderson Valley; firmly structured on the far coast of Sonoma; supple and satisfying in the Russian River Valley.

This blend is predominately from Bob’s Ranch Estate, with Gap’s Crown and Calesa vineyards completing the blend which features both Dijon and heritage clones. The resulting combination of diverse vineyard sites and clonal variation creates a complex wine with abundant fruit, making it a delicious Sonoma Coast blend.

This 2019 vintage wine opens with luscious red fruits accented with an earthy note of freshly tilled soil. The rich texture is brightened with juicy raspberry and cherry flavors, while toasty barrel notes carry through to a fresh, savory finish. Aged 10 months in barrel, 30% in new French oak.