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Previous Releases
2009 Tina Marie Vineyard Pinot Noir
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| Harvest Dates: |
September 1st, 4th, 2009 |
| Grape Source: | 100% Tina Marie Vineyard Green Valley AVA of Russian River Valley |
| Clonal Blend: |
49% 115, 27% 777 and 24% 667 |
| Aging: | 10 months in French Oak Barrels 55% new and 45% once used |
| Alcohol: | 13.3% |
| Yeast: | RC212 and Indigenous Yeast |
| Production: | 510 Cases |
| Release Date: | September 2010 |
| Winemaker: | David Tate |
Vineyard Notes: Sourced from three different blocks from within the Tina Marie Vineyard of the Russian River Valley. The distinctive gold-ridge soil and coastal influence make it ideal for Pinot Noir. In 2008 the early heat allowed for rapid maturation of the fruit, allowing the grapes to reach their optimum physiological ripeness, but causing the earliest harvest that we've had for this vineyard, beating out last year. Clone 667 and 777 were picked on the first of September, followed by Clone 115 on the fourth.
Winemaker Notes: All three clones were individually cold soaked for 5 to 6 days in small open top fermenters. Half of the lots were inoculated while the other half were fermented by natural yeast adding another layer of complexity to the blend. Gentle restricted pump overs occurred for an average of 9 to 11 days. The wine was allowed to sit on its lees for 4 months in barrel and closely monitored for any changes in flavor profile.
Tasting Notes: The 2009 vintage is a more elegant style of Pinot Noir from the Tina Marie Vineyard. Aromas of black cherry and white pepper spice pop out of the glass. More minerality, gravel and flint, is apparent on the nose this year. The pallet is more viscous and flavors of asian spice and fresh plum come through, complemented by rhubarb pie and cherry blossom. The soft tannins are complimented by lively acidity. After 5-6 years this wine will develop some more amazing complexity (2011-2017).
Tasting Notes
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