2004 Carmel Road Monterey Pinot Noir

Winemaker's Notes
"This is a fruit forward vintage with aromas of strawberry, raspberry, mulberry and a hint of rose petal. Silky tannins add structure without overwhelming the fruit flavors of strawberry jam and ripe red cherries."
- Ivan Giotenov, Winemaker


Acclaim
90 Points/Editor's Choice - Wine Enthusiast, October 2006
Top 100 Wines of 2006 - San Francisco Chronicle, September 2006

Winemaking
Carmel Road Pinot Noir is harvested with great care to minimize the handling of the fruit. We gently destem each cluster then cold soak the grapes for several days to help develop red fruit flavors, extract color and minimize tannins. Next, we ferment in small vessels using both natural and cultured yeasts. After primary fermentation, the wine is stored in French oak barrels for seven months. Finally, the lots are blended and the wine is bottled without fining, preserving every nuance of Pinot Noir character.

Technical Data
Composition: 100% Pinot Noir
Vineyard Sources: Franscioni SMD, Clark Ranch, Porter, Mission Trials, Mission Peak, Valley View
Appellation: Monterey County
Barrel Aging: 7 months in French oak barrels (27% new)
Analysis: Alcohol 14.2%, PH 3.77, Total Acidity 0.56 G/100ML


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