This wine is drinking beautifully now, and will continue to develop further in the coming months. Nearly sold out. While it lasts.
Winemaking
Composed of 80% Pinot Noir and 20% Gamay Noir. Made in a Saignée method which captures the essence of the fruit just after harvest. Fermented in neutral barrels, allowing the delicate fruit to express its varietal character.
Analysis
Vintage: 2019
Wine Type: Red, Still, Dry
Farming: Biodynamic
Varietal: 80% Pinot Noir and 20% Gamay Noir
Appellation: Carneros, Sonoma Coast
Winemaker: Byron Kosuge
Alcohol: 13.0%
Inky, plush, and cellar-worthy
The nose is an aromatic riot—a decadent mashup of blackberry, black cherry, and plum swirled with whimsical notes of red licorice, vanilla, and cocoa. A savory dust of spice, cedar, and a gentle kiss of oak adds a sophisticated edge to this fruit-forward powerhouse.
