Beskrivelse
100% Estate Grown Pinot Noir
100% French Oak, 10 Months Barrel Age
Domaine Carneros Pinot Noir begins in our five different Estate Vineyards, which are
certified by Fish Friendly Farming and located within four miles of the Château. We
grow eleven different clones of Pinot Noir and each one contributes its unique flavor
profile and personality to make this compelling blend which is truly a mosaic of our
Carneros terroir.
The grapes were gently de-stemmed, leaving many whole berries. A “cold soak” followed
for five full days prior to fermentation, which took nine to twelve days in small
open-topped vats. The fermenting must was punched down three times a day to heighten
color and flavor development. After pressing off, the finished wine went directly into
French Oak barrels where it rested for ten months until bottling.
TASTING NOTES
The 2018 edition of our Estate Pinot Noir packs a full range of red and darker berry
flavors. Beginning with the nose one encounters plum clafouti, cherries, bergamot tea,
and red roses. Ten months of barrel age lends a sweetness that balances the supple
tannin from this exceptional vintage producing an intense full bodied Pinot Noir. Of
particular note in this edition is the juicy and sweet fruited entry upon the palate, backed
up by delicate spice notes (sassafras) and leather that lead to baked cherry and black
raspberry. The hallmark of Domaine Carneros Pinot Noir is the texture, and this wine
delivers with a supple and silky mouth-feel.
PAIRING SUGGESTIONS
This hand-crafted Pinot Noir can be enjoyed alone as an aperitif or matched with a
diverse group of dishes such as beef, poultry, pork or grilled salmon, prepared in a
variety of culinary styles. Our winemaker recommends grilled heritage pork chop, seared
venison, or duck confit with sour cherry sauce.
