Vineyard Freestone Quarter Moon Vineyard, Freestone Pastoral Vineyard
Clones Vineyard 828, 459,37
Orientation Mixed Orientation
Trellising VSP
Soil Goldridge
Fermentation 24% whole cluster, 79% stainless steel / 11% wood
Oak 47% new French oak for 22 months
Alcohol 13.4%
pH 3.48
TA 5.9 g/L
AROMA
Pure, with enticingly fresh, bright red cherry, bramble and blue fruit.
PALATE
Extremely polished. Mouthwatering freshness with vibrant acidity and notes of red apple skin, boysenberry, and cascading blue fruit.
Dating back to the California Gold Rush, the quaint town of Freestone marks a significant time when Pinot Noir cuttings made their way to Sonoma County. Formerly, Freestone was owned by three separate sailors named James. They eventually cleared the redwoods for lumber and established the sandstone quarry, much of which was given away at no charge and built the greater part of San Francisco. The AVA is one of the most demanding growing regions, and in 2017 we sourced from two vineyards in Freestone, Pastoral, and Quarter Moon, both of which experience the extremes of the Sonoma Coast. The cold, fog, and wind of the region, coupled with concrete fermentation to preserve the delicacy, make for an incredibly fresh and vibrant wine.
Fact of Note: Last year working with fruit from the town of Freestone
THE SONOMA COAST, WHICH OVERLAPS with the Russian River Valley and stretches all the way to the windswept edge of the Pacific Ocean, has emerged as a hub for cool-climate wines. The vineyards are planted using the finest modern clones and viticultural techniques and have rapidly earned the region acclaim for producing some of the world’s most extraordinary Pinot Noirs.
A deserving pitstop along the Sonoma Coast is the picturesque town of Bodega. Made famous by Hitchcock’s “The Birds,” this little town is also known for incredible food from talented chefs focused on local, seasonal brilliance.
