2005 Anderson Valley Pinot Noir – $40
Aromas of ripe cherry and strawberry lead into flavors of sweet rhubarb and rasberry with hints of cinnamon on the finish.
Release Date: June 2006
Price: $40
Quantity Produced: 370 cases
Vineyard Location: Anderson Valley
Harvest Date: Sept. 2005
Cooperage: French oak (Sansaud, Burgundy style,
Forest Allier & Nevers)
Aging: 9 months
Vinification: Cold soak for 3-5 days before fermentation.
Hand punch down & pump over 2-3 times per day during a
slow 14 day fermentation with light tannin extraction. Wild
yeast is used to increase the complexity and mouth-feel.
Winemaker's Comments
We believe the Anderson Valley region grows the best Pinot Noir in the world, and think you will agree when you taste this very well-balanced wine.
Accolades
87 Points — Wine Enthusiast
GOLD MEDAL — San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition
CRITIC'S GOLD — 2007 International Critics Challenge
Preferred Pricing
1 - 2 cases: 10% off,
3 - 5 cases: 15% off,
6 + cases: 20% off
(does not apply to Library & Reserve wines).
Mixed cases allowed. Wine club members are given an additional 5% off on all purchases.
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2005 Anderson Valley Pinot Noir RESERVE - 88 points — Wine Enthusiast, GOLD MEDAL — San Francisco Chronicle - $50



