When you first open it, the aromas are very earthy, with some cool climate reduction, often found in Burgundy and Oregon. After several hours in a decanter, the bright berry scents of the Sonoma Coast begin to emerge and combine beautifully with the more savory elements. The palate has an abundance of crunchy, ripe fruit with brilliant acidity and soft tannins.
Our 2019 Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir comes from only two vineyards, both of which are true expressions of the appellation. Freeman’s Yu-ki
Estate Vineyard makes up 90% of the blend.
After a relatively long, cool and rainy winter in 2019, we saw a late budbreak in the Sonoma Coast appellation. The weather in May was hit
and miss during flowing and fruit set, so the crop in 2019 is much lighter than the prolific 2018 vintage.
Pairs well with veal, pork, poultry, and mushrooms.