2021 Fesstivity Blanc De Noirs

Appellation

Sta. Rita Hills

Varietal

Pinot Noir

Wine Enthusiast

Vinous

Vineyard Sources

90% Parker West Vineyard (Blocks 4 & 5), 10% Ashley's Vineyard (Block J) both located in the Sta. Rita Hills appellation

Barrel Aging

100% barrel aged for 7 months in neutral French oak barrels; 19 months in tirage

Technical Data

Composition

90% Pinot Noir, 10% Chardonnay (Dosage: 8 g/L)

Alcohol %

12.5

Acidity

0.754 g/100mL

3.08

Harvest Brix

18.7-20.1

Harvest Date

9/7 - 9/27/21

Production

317 cases

Description

The delicate, persistent bubbles and straw color with a hint of salmon are harbingers of great things to come. You will detect hints of brioche, ginger and lemon rind on the nose. The palate offers up gorgeous citrus and tangerine flavors tempered by mineral notes and a delicious yeasty/pastry dough element as a result of extended time laying en tirage.

Wine Critic Reviews

"The 2021 Blanc de Noirs is one of the highlights in this range. Brisk, vibrant and inviting, the Blanc de Noirs sizzles with tension yet has enough depth to avoid austerity. Plum, kirsch, white flowers and slate abound. Dosage is 8 grams per liter." ~ Antonio Galloni's Vinous "Quite foamy in the glass, this bottling, which includes 10% Chardonnay, offers a light yeasty aroma as well as lime peel and citrus blossom on the nose. The palate conveys tart apple and citrus peel flavors." ~ Wine Enthusiast