Delicate touches of dried dates, leather and violet mingle with ripe plums and hibiscus on the nose and palate. A soft mouthfeel compliments notes of red pepper jelly, with leather and red currants carried through the lingering finish.
Estate Vineyard Block: BLK3
Tons: 1
Yeast: RC12 and W15
Cold Soak: 4 days
Fermentation Duration: 7 days
Malolactic Fermentation: Yes
Oak Treatment: 8 months in neutral French oak
Additional Notes: Hand harvested fruit. Wine enjoyed 3 days masceration post-fermentation.
Appellation: Finger Lakes
Varietal Composition: 100% Pinot Noir
Brix at Harvest: 22
Alcohol: 12.9%
Residual Sugar: 0.2%
Acid: 6.0 g/L
pH: 3.63
Harvest Date: October 6, 2017
Bottling Date: June 15, 2018
Cases Produced: 63
Vegan Friendly: Yes
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