2021 Monument Tree Pinot Noir
Platinum Award Winner ~ Boston Wine Competition
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Tasting Notes
A bold yet elegant Pinot Noir with aromas of ripe boysenberry, elderberry entwined with the dark, enigmatic sweetness of dried currants, and a tartness that only pomegranate can evoke. On the palate, a Moroccan spice market of clove, cardamom, a hint of star anise, and surprisingly, a finish of rose flavored Turkish delight. Yet this wine doesn’t forget where it’s from with dark undertones of a Redwood grove and wet pine needle.
Vineyard Designation
Monument Tree Vineyard
Vineyard Notes
2021 was the second dry winter we experienced in a row. Under these circumstances, the vines started with only about half the normal water in the soil when they began growing in April. As expected, it was an early-ripening season, with a very small crop. The saving grace was a long cool summer which produced mature flavors at moderate alcohols.
Production Notes
The grapes were harvested early in the morning, then brought to the winery and hand-sorted. They were destemmed into half-ton fermentors and allowed to cold soak for a week, punched down twice a day during that period. Once inoculated, punch downs continued until the wine was pressed a few days before fermentation completed. Once primary fermentation ended, the Pinot was transferred to barrel and stirred once a month until malolactic fermentation was complete. The wine was found to not need any fining and was bottled nine months later.
Pairings
Cheeses, charcuterie, lamb, chicken, salmon, and a host of flavorful vegetarian options.
Ratings
92 points ~ Wine Enthusiast
Awards
Editor's Choice ~ Wine Enthusiast
Platinum Award ~ Boston Wine Competition
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Download Wine Notes
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| Vintage |
2021 |
| Wine Style |
Red Wine |
| Varietal |
Pinot Noir |
| Varietal Composition |
100%
Pinot Noir, Clone 115
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| Appellation |
Anderson Valley |
| Harvest Date |
September 15, 2023 |
| Acid |
6.5g/L |
| PH |
3.53 |
| Aging |
16 months |
| Barrel Aging |
16 months
66%
new French oak
34%
neutral oak
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| Ageability |
10+ Years |
| Bottling Date |
February 9, 2023 |
| Alcohol % |
13.5 |
| Size |
750 ml |
