The 2006 Lavender Hill Pinot Noir is produced from100% Dijon Clone Pinot Noir vines grown in the Carneros Region of the Napa Valley. During the growing season, some clusters were thinned to insure ripe, small berries and concentrated flavors. Harvesting is done by hand in the early morning and de-stemming takes place immediately to avoid harsh tannins. A pre-fermentation process called “cold soak” helps to stabilize grapes from the harvest shock. After fermentation, the grapes are gently pressed and the juice is aged in 100% Burgundy barrels for 9 months. This reserve blend represents our best 17 barrels of Dijon Clone wine produced from the 2006 vintage. This wine is bottled unfiltered, allowing the true depth of the vineyard characteristics to shine.
A beautiful ruby red in color, this wine has all the great characteristics of a true Pinot Noir. Aromas of violet and blueberry are followed by flavors of dried cranberry and raspberry with just a hint of earthiness. It is elegant, with a medium-bodied mouthfeel and green tea-like tannins which give it a deliciously long finish.
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