VINEYARD Pratt-Sexton, Marshall, Burnside, Watertrough, Kanzler, Gap’s Crown, Thorn Ridge, and Freestone
FERMENTATION 84% Stainless steel open tops / 8% Concrete open tops / 8% Wood open tops / 4% Whole cluster
OAK 40% New French Oak for 17 months / 15% Wood tank for 10 months / 6% Concrete tank for 10 months
ALCOHOL 14.2%
pH 3.52
TA 5.62 g/L
AROMA
Forest floor with blackberry, Bing cherry and bramble fruits. A hint of Rosemary.
PALATE
Thoughtful and focused. Intense dark fruits with notes of blackberry and blueberry.
The Sonoma Coast appellation overlaps with Russian River Valley in many places and is similarly shaped by the ocean. Local geology can be complex here, a direct result of being located on the intersection of two tectonic plates. For this wine, we find ourselves drawn to vineyards that are particularly influenced by the Pacific Ocean and are fortunate to work with some spectacular sites. Together, they form a singular wine that is distinctively Sonoma Coast.
The vineyards we source from lie in both the southern portion of the appellation and in the northern true coastal zone. In the southern area, the Petaluma Wind Gap and the San Pablo Bay drive cooler temperatures and provide us with deep flavors and richly textured wines. The vineyards from the coastal reaches contribute more of the savory and spice characteristics that we love as well as great structure and poise. In our second year working with the fruit, Marshall Ranch, in Sebastopol, again proved to be an excellent cornerstone for our Sonoma Coast blend, offering vibrant fruit, crisp color and racy, grounded acidity.
Fact of Note: 8% fermented and aged in concrete.
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.
