Nose
This alluring Pinot Noir displays inviting aromas of black raspberry, cherry and currant, as well as hints of cedar, smoke, cardamom, espresso and earthy forest floor.
Palate
On the palate, lush layers of cassis, cherry and pomegranate are underscored by a lovely silky texture, with lingering notes of nutmeg, cocoa, clove and vanilla adding to a long, complex finish.
Growing Conditions
The Sangiacomos are viticultural masters and multi-generational winegrowers. Their cool, windswept Sonoma Coast vineyards have ideal locations where the grapes slowly mature, developing intense varietal character, while retaining excellent acidity and structure.
Harvest
While cool weather during flowering resulted in light clusters and a smaller crop, the overall quality of the 2015 vintage was exceptional. Knowing that yields would be down, we tailored our farming to ensure that we brought out the very best in the grapes. This included methods designed to create homogeneous ripening, as well as techniques that limited canopy growth, while providing ideal dappled sunlight on the fruit. A lovely temperate summer allowed the fruit to ripen slowly, while an unhurried harvest ensured that everything was picked perfectly ripe, with pristine grapes showing beautiful depth and complexity.
