Alexander Valley Vineyards
Alexander Valley Vineyards Pinot Noir
The Wetzel Family’s Pinot Noir vineyards are planted along the banks of the Russian River, where the morning fog lingers and cools the vines. This elegant wine is produced from three clones - Dijon 777, for rich concentration and black fruit; Dijon 115, for soft tannins and perfume; and AS2, widely reputed to be progeny of a suitcase cutting from the famed La Tâche vineyard, for deep color and black fruits.
Features
Varieties
Pinot Noir:100%
Tech Info
Alcohol:14% Vol*
Total Acidity:5.6 g/l*
Residual Sugar:0.53 g/l*
*Technical Data
May Vary With Vintage
Availability
Size(s):750ml 0 85798 06872 2
Pack(s):750ml 12pk
Soil and Origin
Soil:
Origin:Estate vineyards, Alexander Valley, California
Tasting Notes
Bouquet:Perfumed, yet earthy aromas of red and black cherry, vanilla, and oak.
Taste:Flavors of fresh cherry, blueberry, plum, barrel spice, a hint of vanilla with slight floral notes.
Food Pairing:Pinot Noir is versatile - serve with both red and white meats.
Winemaking
After the fruit was hand-harvested each lot was kept separate. The majority of the fruit underwent a 48-hour cold soak and was tank fermented, while winemaker Kevin Hall placed a small portion of the fruit in bins and mixed in dry ice for the first day in a technique known as cryoextraction. The dry ice fractured the grape skins, leading to deeper flavor and color extraction from the fruit. Fermentation was completed in half-ton macrobins. Eleven months aging in French oak barrels complemented the silky texture of the wine. Our Pinot Noir is classically styled. Smooth texture and good acidity balance the solid core of fruit.