2023 Ashley's Pinot Noir

Appellation

Sta. Rita Hills

Varietal

Pinot Noir

Vineyard Sources

100% Ashley's Vineyard (Blocks W, U & T) located in the Sta. Rita Hills Appellation

Barrel Aging

Aged 10 months in 100% French oak, of which 36% is new

Cooperage

Mercurey, Francois Freres, Sirugue, Gillet

Technical Data

Composition

100% Pinot Noir (Clones: Pommard, 115 & 114)

Alcohol %

14.3

Acidity

0.576 g/100mL

3.71

Harvest Brix

23.5-28.1

Harvest Date

10/3-10/20/23

Production

1,124 cases

Description

Our single vineyard and small lot releases enable us to deliver some of our finest expressions of Pinot Noir by concentrating on specific vineyards, clonal selections or techniques. Named after Fess' daughter, Ashley, this hillside vineyard site sits only 12 miles from the cold Pacific Ocean with sandy, low vigor soils; a perfect scenario for Pinot Noir.

Bright cherry, strawberry and cranberry fruit flavors interwoven with layers of spice, clove, toast and earthy notes. Big yet polished, this Pinot Noir can be enjoyed now or cellared for 4-7 years. Enjoy!