> 2006 Clone 828 Pinot Noir, Russion River Valley
2006 Clone 828 Pinot Noir, Russion River Valley
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2006 Clone 828 Pinot Noir
Sonoma Coast
Deep, dark and impressive, the aromas of this distinctive Pinot are of boysenberry, red
plum, cherry liqueur, minerals, black tea, smoke, earth and a panetone-like hint of bready-fruity spice. It is full and quite forthcoming on the palate and has a sinewy mouthfeel, as its flavors of black tea, minerally-earthy spice, crushed rose and boysenberry fan out on the palate. Super long and well braced with tannin, the finish reinforces the wines general impressions of deep flavor and coiled strength. It should be brilliant right now with a great beef roast, but will surely improve for several years. 266 cases produced.
Don Gillette/Napa Valley Winery Exchange
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Detailed Wine Information
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| Acidity: | 6.19 g/L |
| Alcohol: | 14.2% |
| Appellation: | Russian River Valley |
| Sub-Appellation: | Russian River |
| Bottling Date: | July 30, 2007 |
| Harvest Date: | September 2006 |
| Oak: | 100% French oak, 30% new |
| Release Date: | January 15, 2008 |
| Special Designation: | Clone 828 |
| Time In Oak: | 10 months |
| Varietal Notes: | Clone 828 |
| Winemakers Notes: | : These grapes were picked at night, hand-sorted and destemmed then cold soaked for 5 days before going through whole berry fermentation and receiving 2 punch-downs per day. Fermentation took approximately 12 days in a open top 5 ton fermentation tank and the wine was then racked to barrels. |
| Year: | 2006 |
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