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Wine Profile

Production Notes

Varietal Composition: 60% Pinot Noir, 40% Chardonnay; Selection: Whole cluster pressed, fermented in neutral wood, aged sur lees and stirred for 10 months. Aged en tirage for 2 years, then disgorged and dosage bottled 6 months before release.

Winemaker Notes

From its inviting pale salmon color to its enticing aromas of white peach, nectarine, wild strawberry, Key lime and fresh-baked brioche, this is a sleek and radiant Brut Rosé. On the palate it is fresh and energetic, with mouth-watering acidity and a rich, effervescent mousse that adds poise and purity to the vibrant red berry and stone fruit flavors.

Production

The 2018 growing season was one of the finest Anderson Valley Pinot Noir vintages of the past decade. A dry winter and a cool, damp spring delayed budbreak and bloom by several weeks, and helped the vines to avoid any potential spring frost issues. Lovely weather throughout summer allowed for abundant hangtime and ideal ripening, leading to our first Pinot Noir pick on September 12th. The temperate weather continued into autumn, ensuring that we were able to pick every block and vineyard at the height of perfection. As a result, our 2018 wines are beautifully aromatic, with striking natural acidity, rich textures and alluring varietal flavors.