3D Pinot Noir

2018

$115

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strawberry, tea leaf, earth, spice, berry, cherry, herbs, savory

3D Pinot Noir captures the grace and tension of its site, where ocean influence and sandy soils bring clarity to the fruit. We guide the wine gently, preserving the vineyard’s natural cadence. Aromas of red cherry, wild strawberry and spice unfold into a lifted palate marked by savory depth, fine tannin and mineral length.

ACCLAIM

95 points

Matt Kettmann, Wine Enthusiast Magazine,

Nov 2020

95 points

Jeb Dunnuck, JebDunnuck.com,

Aug 2020

94 points

Kim Marcus, Wine Spectator,

Oct 2020

Flavors

Strawberry
Tea Leaf
Sweet Cherry

Aromas

Dark Cherry
Herbs
Spice

Winemaking

Only neutral barrels are employed. We strive for whole cluster fermentation. We farm with a focus of ripening the stems alongside the fruit, allowing the cluster to be in harmony. Working with the stems allows for wines that are structured, earthy and balanced with our beautiful Sta. Rita Hills fruit. All of the wines are produced with the intention of aging and cellaring for at least 10 years and can easily be enjoyed after 15 years.

Vineyard

In the winter of 2007, we were approached by Tom and Jan Davidson who own a beautifully situated property nested between Lafond and Ampelos that had yet to be developed. Thrilled at the prospect of working there with them, we swiftly penned a land lease arrangement and set forth on our first vineyard planting.
The primary emphasis of the predominantly-sandy ten-acre vineyard is chardonnay, with equal amounts of five clones planted (4, 76, Hyde, Mount Eden and Sea Smoke Wente). In addition to chardonnay, there is a smaller field of pinot noir planted to Swan, Pommard and 667.