Our 2023 Smith Story, Champion Vineyard, Pinot
Noir, RRV. A gorgeous single vineyard new release, organic.
80% Pommard, 20% Swan Clones.
Hand sorted and destemmed into open top stainless steel fermenters. Slow cool fermentation with daily punch downs and/or pump overs as needed.
Gentle slow pressing and aged in Burgundy barrels (75% used, 25% new) until bottling in March of 2025. ABV: 13.9% 110 Case Production.
TASTE PROFILE
Medium ruby with a dark inviting color. This graceful Pinot Noir opens with a rush of wild strawberries, black cherries, and candied raspberries. Notes of rose petal, blood orange zest, and a whisper of mineralty weaves through the bouquet, hinting at the wine’s depth and sense of place.
On the palate, it’s silky and refined layers of red and dark berry fruit mingle with nuances of black tea, and a gentle touch of baking spices. Vibrant acidity and polished tannins strike a seamless balance, carrying the flavors toward a long, graceful finish laced with muddled dark cherry and mineral undertones.
It’s a wine that captures the magic of the Russian River Valley, generous yet poised, vibrant yet grounded. Beautiful in its youth, it will continue to evolve with elegance many years to come.
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