2003 Vista Montone Pinot Noir

VINEYARD INFORMATION

This is our first release of reserve Pinot Noir sourced entirely from our Vista Montone estates located in the rolling hillsides east of the San Pablo Bay at the southern tip of Napa County. This 120-acre marine-influenced property is subject to the cooling breezes and fog similar to the Carneros region which lies just to the west.

WINEMAKING

The 100% free run juice was gently pressed and fermented in stainless steel tanks at a temperature of 75 degrees Fahrenheit. The wine underwent a secondary 100% malolactic fermentation.

WINEMAKER NOTES

Plush and layered, black cherry cola nose accented with spice. Rich flavors of plum and black cherry supported by a fine structure of acidity and well-integrated tannins.

HARVEST DETAILS

Appellation: 100% Napa Valley
Date: September 19-22nd, 2003
Brix: 27.5
T.A.: 0.69
P.H.: 3.53

WINE INFORMATION

Composition: 100% Pinot Noir
Barrel Aging: 10 months in new (52%) and used (48%) French barrels.
Alcohol: 14.1%
Total Acidity: 0.51 Cases: 2,000 6pks
Release Date: October 4, 2004