2023 Pinot Noir, Helluva Vineyard
The 2023 vintage started slowly with cold winter and early spring temperatures resulting in late bud break. Temperatures remained somewhat moderate in Anderson Valley through the summer growing season resulting in one of our latest harvests in quite a while. The additional hang time waiting for sugars to rise allowed for additional ripening and resulted in rich and concentrated flavors. Helluva Vineyard is located at the warmer end of the Valley near Boonville and is always our first Pinot Noir picked. This wine is a blend of two clones of Pinot Noir: Pommard (66%) and Rochioli (34%) with aromas of apple blossom, biscuit, candy apples, and baking spices. Marked by flavors of red cherries, ripe pomegranate, and cherry cola, with hints of cinnamon and cedar on the finish. A supple mouthfeel with delicate acidity carrying the persistent candied red cherry fruit. Aged for 16 months in all French Oak barrels (33% new).
Wine Profile
| Size | 750 ml |
|---|---|
| Vintage | 2023 |
| Varietal | Pinot Noir |
| Appellation | Anderson Valley |
| Vineyard | Helluva Vineyard |
| Alcohol | 13.1% |
| Titratable Acidity | 5.3 |
| pH | 3.58 |
| Residual Sugar | 0.2 g/L |