By focusing solely on Pinot Noir from the most prestigious vineyard sites in California and Oregon, and by vinifying each barrel separately by lot, clone, yeast and cooper, we champion individuality of place and intensity of flavor in each wine we produce
Production & Technical Data
Cases: 197
Alcohol: 14.1%
pH: 4.04
Total Acid: 0.43
Cooperage: 100% French, 75% New Remond
Winemakers' Comments
The Lewis Vineyard is a tiny, 3-acre vineyard located in the Russian River Valley just west of Windsor, California. The vineyard has a creek that runs through the middle of it. Not only does this make it a beautiful site, it is an ideal low lying area that stays covered in fog in the mornings and gets great sun during the afternoon. This diurnal shift in temperature makes for perfect Pinot Noir growing conditions. In 2004, wine from the Lewis Vineyard made it to single vineyard status. We could not deny it. Its distinctive character and beautiful fruit had all the makings of a truly unique Pinot Noir. The wine shows Russian River's distinct spiciness along with a rich, velvety mouthfeel. This is certainly the best wine that has come from the Lewis Vineyard and one of the fun bottles in our cellar this year.
pon opening, you get hints of black cherries, tobacco, cedar and herbs. The nose is reminiscent of the old world, but the mouthfeel definitely reminds you that the wine is from the heart of the Russian River Valley. From the barrels of Lewis Vineyard wine, we selected the best four barrels for Single Vineyard status. Approximately 75% of the barrels were new French Oak. This wine should go well with all Pinot Noir friendly dishes, but you can even think outside the box and try it with some baby back ribs (no sauce - just a spice rub) this summer.
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