A complex, savory Pinot Noir with loads of spiced cherry and red currant fruits as well as brambly herbs, underbrush, and leather-like aromas and flavors. It is very focused on the palate, in a tight, racy style. It has tremendous aging potential.

100% Pinot Noir grape blend.

This wine contains allergens, sulfites.

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The Estate

Knox is a blend of our two “estate” vineyards, Bien Nacido and Le Bon Climat. Both vineyards are in the Santa Maria Valley, with Le Bon Climat being located on the southern edge of this appellation. Le Bon Climat was planted in 1998 with low vigor rootstock in some well drained poor soil.  This combination of low vigor plants and poor soil limit the crop size and slow ripening.

Wine Making

Post-fermentation, the must was pressed and pumped into 100% new François Frères french oak barrels and left for 22 months, with a gentle racking after 12 months.

Food Suggestions

Pairs well with wild game, roast duck, porcini mushroom rissoto, and grilled steak.

• Available Size: 750mL (6 pc)
• Type: Wines
• Sub-type: Wines
• Class: Red
• ABV%: 13.5