Pinot Noir

Notes: Diamond Collection wines are made from grapes grown across California and are carefully combined to create wines perfect for all occasions – including those special just because ones. The 2019 Diamond Collection Pinot Noir offers a gorgeous fragrance and vibrant mouthfeel. Its elegant character and impeccable balance reflect a phenomenal vintage and exceptional fruit quality.

FREESTONE-OCCIDENTAL: The Freestone-Occidental pinot noir includes a blend of fruit from our Bodega Headlands, Occidental Station, and Bodega Ridge vineyards. It also shares the same winemaking techniques as our vineyard-designated pinot noirs. All our pinot noirs are fermented with native yeasts and native Malo-Lactic bacteria. This bottling expresses the same energy, precision, and purity of flavor that gives all of Occidental’s wines lift and perfume, along with the deeper soil tones that...

Notes: A light and crisp Pinot Noir that shines as a cocktail wine or paired with spicy cuisine and fresh seafood. Aromas of plum and flavors of berry and spice are followed by a smooth floral finish. Total sulfite, naturally occurring: TTB analysis, 1ppm

Tasting Notes: Raspberries, red currant and strawberry conserve dominate the nose with underlying tones of tobacco and forest floor. Hints of cola, summer jasmine, honeysuckle, and rose petals further the intrigue. The palate presents a striking brightness and purity, coupled with a generous mouthfeel that delivers flavors of fresh cherries, garden herbs, and sweet baking spice. Vineyard Notes: Our Russian River Selection bottlings are quintessential Russian River Valley wines blended from...

THE STORY: The year was 1924. It was the heart of the Prohibition Era and wine’s darkest hour when it was outlawed and deemed unconstitutional. It was also the year our family first planted vineyards in California and farmed grapes that were sold to friends and neighbors. During an era of gangsters and bootleggers, port-style wines proved to be a favorite at speakeasies across the country. In honor of that bold time, two once-forbidden favorites come together to inspire our Port Barrel Aged...

2017 Anderson Valley Pinot Noir: In 1996, building on the tradition of excellence they established at Duckhorn Vineyards, Dan and Margaret Duckhorn embraced their growing love of Pinot Noir and came to Anderson Valley to found Goldeneye. In the years since, Anderson Valley has earned acclaim as one of the world's greatest regions for Pinot Noir. Crafted predominantly from our estate vineyards and shaped by the influence of the wind, water and fog, this wine embodies both the elegance of...

Notes:The grapes used for this wine come from numerous, carefully-selected, high quality vineyards. The individual lots were blended to emphasize richness and fruitiness. The wine shows fresh cherry, berry aromas and balanced sweet tannins which give a velvety mouthfilling texture.

Notes:The grapes used for this wine come from numerous, carefully-selected, high quality vineyards. The individual lots were blended to emphasize richness and fruitiness. The wine shows fresh cherry, berry aromas and balanced sweet tannins which give a velvety mouthfilling texture.

Mood: PolishedCharacter: As elegant as a bouquet of violets and bursting with cherry flavors, our Pinot Noir is medium-bodied with soft tannins, to create a smooth, rich texture. - Winery

Tasting Notes: Silky smooth and well balanced, our Pinot Noir has layered notes of strawberry, cherry and boysenberry. The fruit flavors are enriched by well integrated oak and blended with Petit Verdot to achieve a substantial body. Our Pinot Noir is rich and complex with soft tannins and a long layered finish. Petit Verdot contributes to the beautiful color and body of the wine. Vinification: Canopy Management is very important for the finicky Pinot Noir grape. Providing a great deal of...

Tasting Notes: This crowd-pleasing Pinot Noir is both full-bodied and fruit-forward, while maintaining an energetic freshness that pleases the palate. Take a sip and enjoy flavors of black cherries and plums on top of layers of earth and sweet spice. Description: Iron Side Reserve Pinot Noir is sourced from top vineyard sites in California's central and northern coastal regions. These regions present ideal growing conditions for Pinot Noir, allowing the grapes to slowly ripen to full maturity....

VINTAGE: Rainfall was about 75% of normal for the 2018 growing season, which was characterized by a cool spring in Monterey County. Cool, foggy mornings and evenings, with daytime highs in the 80s through the summer, provided optimum weather for slow ripening and aromatic expression of the delicate Pinot Noir grape. Warmer weather in late September and early October provided the final push for ripening of this vintage, which is showing exceptional aromatic complexity and bright acidity in the...

Description: This Pinot Noir is reminiscent of the Lea Pinot many of you may remember (or possibly still have in your cellar). This is a Central Coast Pinot. The grapes were sourced from Santa Maria, the Sta. Rita Hills appellation, and Monterey. This wine shows power and depth, yet is also fresh and light on its feet, showing bright notes of raspberry and cherry, as well as a dusting of white pepper and exotic spice. The mouthfeel is velvety, with a long, lingering finish. Enjoy this wine now...

A wine full of charm: bright ruby colour and a nose rich with aromas of red fruit (raspberry, red currants, wild strawberry). On the palate, the wine is pleasant, fruity and refreshing, with light tannins and great elegance.Aperitif "finger food"? A light (almost) improvised dinner, lunch in a trendy restaurant, LaForet is always in right place! Its a no brainer, LaForet is at ease everywhere and with everything or almost! Pinot Noir and grilled chicken, pasta with pesto... simple things, a...

STYLE:Aromas of cherry, strawberry and toasty oak burst in the glass. Dark cherry and chocolate flavors fill the mouth with a rich intensity. The palate of the wine is plush and subtle but with a firm texture and finish.WINEMAKING:Our Pinot Noir grapes are harvested early in the morning to capture the fresh fruit snap so typical of Pinot Noir. The grapes were crushed, chilled and allowed to soak for 48 hours at 45°F before introducing natural yeasts, preserving the fresh fruit aromas....

FLAVOR PROFILE: Persistent flavors of red cherries, berries, and spicy, floral notes AROMATICS: Intriguing perfume of Stargazer lilies with hints of vanilla, waffle cone and toasty oak BARREL PROGRAM: Aged in a combination of new and used French oak barrels for an average of 12 months TA: 0.55g/100mLpH: 3.66ALCOHOL: 14.5%

Tasting Notes: This dark garnet gem delivers bright cherry, strawberry and raspberry fruit with elegant earthy notes infused with cola and mild spice accents. Oak aging adds a hint of vanilla and a soft, toasty finish. T.A.: 0.54 g/100mLpH: 3.65Alcohol: 14.5%

Notes: A very fragrant wine with notes of cherry, cedar, cigar box, and tea gently emanating from the glass. On the palate, the wine has soft tannins and a solid, long finish. ** Only 8 in Stock **

Notes: With idyllic weather from start to finish, 2018 was one of the finest growing seasons of the past decade. Each wine within the Appellation Series embodies the unique qualities we cherish from the regions we work with. There are many differences between vineyards in this small appellation, but the majority of them do share a common influence – the cooling effect that follows the Russian River inland from the Pacific coast. The resulting fog helps keep nights cool and offers vines a...

Tasting Notes: Nose: Soft and elegant with aromas of lifted red fruits; rhubarb and sour cherry. Notes of lemon zest and crème fraîche. Mouth: Compelling and bright with high energy. Structured, layered tannins backed with slight minerality. Thoughtful, layered oak undertone. Vineyard: Sourced from a variety of special vineyards: La Encantada, John Sebastiano Vineyard, Bentrock, Radian, Francesca, Hilliard Bruce, and Mt. Carmel Fermentation: 1.5-ton open top tanks / 5-8 ton open top stainless...

Notes: With idyllic weather from start to finish, 2018 was one of the finest growing seasons of the past decade. Each wine within the Appellation Series embodies the unique qualities we cherish from the regions we work with. A microclimate that began a mere 20 million years ago, is nothing short of a miracle. Tectonic plate movements over the years caused mountains to rise out of the ocean, break off the plate and rotate clockwise creating one of the most defined, transverse ranges on the...

A REMARKABLE PLACE: One of Sonoma County’s largest AVAs, the Sonoma Coast Appellation stretches from the San Pablo Bay in the South to Mendocino County line to the North and runs primarily along the mountainous coastline of the Pacific Ocean. A sprawling growing region, the Sonoma Coast AVA is known for its strong maritime influence that provides a cool growing climate throughout the year with fog moderating warmer summer temperatures. With its unique geography and climate, the Sonoma Coast...

Selected parcels of mature vineyards make their way into this boutique allotment of Lockhart Pinot Noir. All Lochhart hand crafted wines reflect absolute minimal handling with slow and long cool ferments. Drink today or cellar up to 9 years. - Winery

A luxurious, fruit forward take on Pinot Noir.California’s rich, ripe grapes deliver a wine with generous notes of dark cherry and a smooth, silky finish. Pairs well with double cream brie on a baguette or sesame ginger glazed salmon. Take a sip and fall in love with the darker side of pinot.

Description:Indicative of its cool-climate region, our MacMurray Estate Vineyards Central Coast Pinot Noir opens with delicate aromas and flavors of cherry, raspberry and pomegranate, accented by hints of vanilla and toast and a silky mouthfeel. With time to breathe, this wine will display an excellent balance of flavor, acidity and texture.

Notes:A very colourful and powerful wine with flavours of red and dark fruits that tends toward animal notes as it ages. Pairs well with robust dishes such as meat with gravy and strong cheeses.Color: Red Grapes: 100% Pinot Noir Soil: Limestone, clay, and marl Age of Vines: 25 Years Old Yield per Hl/Ha: 46 Hl/Ha Fermentation: 3 weeks in stainless steel with ambient yeasts. Light pumping over and punching down. Aging: 10 months in French oak, 20% in new oak ...

Winemaking Notes: We selected grapes from vineyards in the finest cool-climate regions of California in order to bring you a balanced fruit-forward Pinot Noir. After early morning harvesting, we gently crush and destem the fruit. We then ferment it in small stainless steel tanks, with daily punch-downs and pump-overs...basically, that's what we do to help get the great flavor and color you love. After a light pressing, we age the wine with French oak, then we blend it, bottle it, and you enjoy...

From the dense fog and brilliant sun, to the high winds, cool coastal air, and diverse terrain, the California coast presents many challenges. And yet it’s still one of the best winegrowing areas for producing world-class Pinot Noir. Each of the vineyards chosen for this wine offers the best expression of its respective appellation, carefully blended to achieve balance, complexity, and richness of flavor. WINEMAKING: During fermentation, both punch-downs and pump-overs were used to ensure...

Notes: Nuanced, refined and layered, with a distinctive freshness and pure berry basket fruit flavors.

Each year I enjoy the challenge of creating our Russian River Valley Pinot Noir. Grapes from six different vineyards and 17 individual lots of wine were woven together in tapestry-like fashion to form this intricate blend. Each small batch was made using customized techniques to enhance its own unique clone and adaptation to the site where it was grown. Perhaps whole clusters were added to the fermenting tank or the length of the cold soak period was extended. Barrels were then selected to...

Fresh aromas of red raspberry, cherry and violet are followed by bright flavors of pomegranate, tart cherry with a racy acidity and a long, fruit-driven finish. - Winery

California is known for its Pinot Noir, a fact we take special pride in, as we were the first winemakers to bring the varietal to America. The rest, as they say, is history—and today our Pinot is a favorite. Opening with notes of ripe red and black cherry, its lush layers of fresh raspberry, strawberry jam and pomegranate are balanced with hints of oak and vanilla. Light-bodied and bright, it’s rich in heritage and easy-drinking deliciousness. Try our latest release. Winemaker Notes: A...

Notes: This Pinot Noir offers so much and the quality belies its price point. This versatile Pinot Noir is extremely approachable with notes of cherries, berries and baking spices. A great bottle to grab for a picnic, barbecue, or for sipping while you’re cooking dinner. Pinot is meant to enjoy with food and the possibilities are endless, from salmon, to lamb, from mushroom burgers to charcuterie. It’s a smooth, every day wine that dresses up even the drabbest Monday. Aging: 10 monthsAcid: 6...

Montpellier Pinot Noir has a charming red color that is playful with its fresh fruit and berry aromas. The palate is rounded with fresh fruit and ends with a smooth finish. - Ed Moody, Winemaker

Bright cherry and raspberry fruit dominates at the first taste. But then the wine evolves, with notes of black pepper and a touch of vanilla on the finish. - Winery** Only 12 in Stock **

Elegant, sophisticated and approachable, A Charming Pinot is every girl’s dream. Dark cherry, currant and cola aromas seduce the senses followed by a lush, velvety palate of ripe black fruit. Hints of bacon, toastiness and espresso give depth and complexity, enhancing the appeal. Rich fruit gives a lovely finish to this dashing wine, picking up sweet mocha notes as it extends into a long, finish. - WineryAlcohol - 13.5%Acidity - 5.4 g/LpH - 3.65RS - 8.9 g/L ...

2018 Slander Pinot Noir: Abundantly aromatic, the wine opens with ripe cranberry, marmalade, white pepper, fresh brioche, dried sage, camphor and Mediterranean coastal trail. The entry is silky with a flood of bing cherry galette, Madagascar vanilla and ripe red fruits. Seamless, integrated and elegantly opulent, the wine finishes gracefully with trace amounts of soft, oak tannin. Aged: 10 months in French Oak, 42% newAlc./Vol.: 15.2% ...

The philosophy of Oyster Bay is to produce fine, distinctively regional wines that are elegant and assertive with glorious fruit flavours. With every vintage we are working with more established vines from small vineyard sites, each chosen for its aspect and uniform soils of moderate fertility, providing for extended ripening and enhanced fruit flavour profiles. With Pinot Noir the fruit is always the primary focus. Each vineyard block is harvested as a separate parcel and treated individually...

CHARACTER: Pomegranate, red plum and leather lead to bright fruit flavors of red cherry and rhubarb with hints of toasty oak and cranberry. A medium bodied, easy drinking wine with a long fruity finish. COMPOSITION:90% Pinot Noir5% Syrah4% Merlot1% GrenacheTA: 0.53 g/100mLPH: 3.66ALCOHOL: 14%

Tasting Notes:Aromatics of cassis and exotic spice with a hint of anise. Early season blackberry and dark cherry coat the palate and tingle with striking acidity. Finishing with hints of cigar box, dusty summer cedar and cola. Aging: 10 months in 38% new French oak, 23% one year-old French oak, 23% two year-old French oak , and 16% neutral French oak Finished TA: 6.0 g/LFinished pH: 3.70Finished Alcohol: 14.1% ** Only 1 in Stock ** ...

Aromas of cherry, plum, eath and spice create a sensual and engaging complexity in this beautiful example of Ravines Pinot Noir. - Winery

With an intense American/French oak regime—and careful maturation —this wine truly expresses Pinot Noir varietal character. A deep red color and pleasant aromas are offset by a dry, harmonic blend of black cherry and a touch of vanilla, which stays on the tongue—producing a pleasant finish. With true varietal flavors and an easy-drinking and fruit-forward profile, it reaches a fine balance between soft and subtle, and complex and BOLD. It’s the perfect wine for everyday...

Since our first vintage of RICKSHAW Pinot Noir in 2010, we’ve fine-tuned and consistently added to our rolodex of sources for high quality grapes over the years. We are now working with several key growers in multiple coastal AVA’s throughout California to provide a consistent blend that is true to style. We source this RICKSHAW Pinot from a variety of coastal cool-climate vineyards with a large percentage coming from the Sonoma Coast. The wine is fermented in small open top vessels and aged...

Notes:ROAR Wines is a small family winery specializing in small lots of Santa Lucia Highland’s Pinot Noir, Syrah and Chardonnay. Both Gary and Rosella Franscioni grew up in California’s agricultural heartland where Gary’s family has farmed for over 100 years. After graduating from Cal Poly with a degree in agribusiness, Gary took over the running of the family farm business, which owned and managed over 200 acres of row crops in the Salinas Valley. In 2001, after working with several wineries...

Notes:The first sip reveals a wine with an Old World soul that is food-friendly with an age-worthy structure. It is balanced by a New World preciseness that highlights the impeccable red fruit. The fruit feels more fresh and textured than the aromas would suggest with crisp cranberry, pomegranate and blood orange adding lift to a bright and juicy mid-palate that leads to a long finish marked by the balance of savory, complex, supple-tannins and mouth-watering brightness. ** Only 1 in Stock ** ...

Notes:The first sip reveals a wine with an Old World soul that is food-friendly with an age-worthy structure. It is balanced by a New World preciseness that highlights the impeccable red fruit. The fruit feels more fresh and textured than the aromas would suggest with crisp cranberry, pomegranate and blood orange adding lift to a bright and juicy mid-palate that leads to a long finish marked by the balance of savory, complex, supple-tannins and mouth-watering brightness. ** Only 1 in Stock ** ...

Tasting Notes: The wine has a bright garnet color with an amazingly high-toned explosive nose of wild sage, blood orange peel, raspberry and shiitake mushrooms. The palate is quite bright and lively with acidity and yet warm with flavors of orange blossom, red fruits, orange peel, well integrated French oak and herbs. There is a great generous fresh forward varietal fruit to the wine making it great to drink now or over the next few years. The balance of the wine keeps it fresh and at the same...

VINEYARD:The grapes for our Pinot Noir are sourced from estate vineyards situated in the northernmost, cool-climate region of Monterey County. The moderate, maritime growing conditions and cool temperatures are ideal for Pinot Noir grapes, producing wines that are fresh and distinctive with intense varietal character and balanced acidity. WINEMAKING:At the winery, the fruit is carefully sorted then destemmed, crushed and fermented at warm temperatures in stainless steel fermenters. Gentle...