Growing Conditions
In the Anderson Valley of Mendocino County, the local residents speak an obscure dialect of English known as Boontling, developed in the late 1800s. The “Velvet Sisters” are local historical figures who in Boontling lore became known for wearing plush velvet dresses that they had purchased on a trip to British Columbia. We call this wine “Velvet Sisters” in tribute to the Anderson Valley history and the wine’s plush velvety texture. The 2011 Velvet Sisters Pinot is sourced from a block within Falk vineyard, an estate owned vineyard located in the hills above Anderson Valley. Falk vineyard is planted with Pommard selections along with Dijon clones 115, 667 and 777. The character of this carefully harvested Pinot Noir includes lively fruit aromas and silky texture; exemplary of the best of Anderson Valley Pinot Noir.
Bottling
Unfined and unfiltered
Winemaking
Native and cultured
Aging
14 months 100% French oak, 50% New
