The fourth year of continuous drought caught up with many vineyards, shrinking yields in 2015 and causing water stress in many vines. Tiny clusters sometimes clocked in at 10% the weight of normal. However, the natural consequence of such a low yield is an amazing concentration of flavors.
Winemaker Notes
A delicious mix of citrus, tropical and floral notes. Once again this wine has incredible texture and a rounded mouthfeel. Green apple and kiwi- fruit greet the nose and are quickly complemented by a lemon zest, honeysuckle and melon dominated palate. It’s full of flavor without being heavy and has a soothing acidity that tightens on the finish.
The fourth year of continuous drought caught up with many vineyards, shrinking yields in 2015 and causing water stress in many vines. Tiny clusters sometimes clocked in at 10% the weight of normal. However, the natural consequence of such a low yield is an amazing concentration of flavors.
Winemaker Notes
This is a gorgeous wine. Think golden apple and fresh flowers on the nose and something savory but hard to put a finger on. Rich tropical fruit on the palate is complemented by a delicious concentration of citrus and honey without being sweet. The smooth mouthfeel is balanced by solid acidity that lingers on the finish.
The fourth year of continuous drought caught up with many vineyards, shrinking yields in 2015 and causing water stress in many vines. Tiny clusters sometimes clocked in at 10% the weight of normal. However, the natural consequence of such a low yield is an amazing concentration of flavors.
Winemaker Notes
This is our newest bottling and there’s a reason for it. Named as an homage to the town where we all grew up, Occidental served as the tenth stop on the North Pacific Coast Railroad. Bright, texture-driven with slight hints of tropical fruit, citrus peel and mineral. Its brightness is rounded by a smooth mouthfeel and delicious weight. Incredibly focused and drinking beautifully, this wine will age and mature elegantly.
Sonoma Coast Pinot noir
Vintage Notes
The fourth year of continuous drought caught up with many vineyards, shrinking yields in 2015 and causing water stress in many vines. Tiny clusters sometimes clocked in at 10% the weight of normal. However, the natural consequence of such a low yield is an amazing concentration of flavors.
Winemaker Notes
Beautiful and elegant. This wine packs a punch – notes of candied raspberry, rose petals and dark cherry jump out of the glass. While darker fruits dominate the nose, strong red fruit shines through the palate. Delicious red cherry and subtle, savory earth flavors shine throughout.
The fourth year of continuous drought caught up with many vineyards, shrinking yields in 2015 and causing water stress in many vines. Tiny clusters sometimes clocked in at 10% the weight of normal. However, the natural consequence of such a low yield is an amazing concentration of flavors.
Winemaker Notes
We’re not supposed to have a favorite child or wine…but there’s a reason why we’re always excited about this vineyard. It’s truly incredible and our 2015 bottling is no exception. Golden hued and beautifully balanced. Delicious tropical fruit, hints of quince, elegant texture, weight without being heavy, focus, and so many elements in between. Think the beauty of our 2013, brightness of 2014 and another layer of complexity that goes without saying in the 2015 vintage.
The fourth year of continuous drought caught up with many vineyards, shrinking yields in 2015 and causing water stress in many vines. Tiny clusters sometimes clocked in at 10% the weight of normal. However, the natural consequence of such a low yield is an amazing concentration of flavors.
Winemaker Notes
Wow. This site is always special but 2015 brings whole new meaning to this wine. It’s one of our boldest Pinots to date with bright red fruit balanced by earth and wood spices. Incredible concentration and texture dominate the palate. Bing cherry, savory elements, a bit of strawberry and beautiful floral notes. A velvet-like smoothness takes over once it opens up, but given its boldness and concentration, this is absolutely a wine that is enjoyable now but will grow in beauty over time.
The fourth year of continuous drought caught up with many vineyards, shrinking yields and causing water stress in many vines. Tiny clusters sometimes clocked in at 10% the weight of normal. However, the natural consequence of such a low yield is an amazing concentration of flavors.
Winemaker Notes
Known as “The Land of Promise”, Terra de Promissio has an ideal terroir for pinot noir. A truly delicious example of what the Sonoma Coast can produce. Strawberry fruit, spice and floral notes are just the beginning. Bold, dark cherry rides consistently on the palate with very balanced tannins that give an almost white pepper component to the wine. Great, subtle acidity is balanced by smooth vanilla and baking spice.
