A blend of 9 pinot noir clones from 10 to 12 years of age in two different trellising systems gives
Aromas of cherry, floral, currant, cranberry and dried rose petal. Flavors are sweet entry with flavors of cherry, vanilla, caramel and pepper spice on exit.
Fermentation: 100% stainless steel, temperature controlled tank fermentation in open top fermenters. Punch down two to three times per day. Yeast strains: (48%) Assmanhausen, (33%) RC212, (12%) D254, (7%) RA17.
Aging: 16 months in French oak barrels (53% new, 33% 1 year, 14% 2 year)
