The Barbieri Vineyard represents a homecoming of sorts. We purchased fruit from the Barbieri Vineyard almost 15 years ago when it was planted to Zinfandel. Now replanted to Pinot Noir, the outstanding quality of the wine that is produced from it remains. The 2021 growing season in the Russian River Valley was marked by a relatively cool spring and mid-summer, with heat picking up towards the finish line of harvest. The lighter than average crop accelerated ripening, leading to an early and compact harvest season during the first half of September. Vintners around the Russian River Valley were rewarded for the hurried harvest season with outstanding, intense flavors, dark colors and soft tannins.