Fourth Estate 2018 Pinot Noir
La Cruz Vineyard, Sonoma Coast
From this sustainably farmed vineyard, managed by Keller Estate, comes a balanced, well-rounded Pinot Noir characteristic of the the unique La Cruz terroir. The flavor profile is ripe and round, with red fruit and a sustained finish.
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Vintage: |
2018 |
| Varietal: |
100% Pinot Noir |
| Clones: |
50% La Tache, 50% Swan |
| Appellation: |
Sonoma Coast |
| Vineyard: |
La Cruz |
Average Brix
at Harvest: |
25.4 |
| Fermentation Regime: |
100% punch-down fermentation in one-ton lots. Seven-day cold soak, 12-day fermentation, extended maceration. |
| Barrel Regime: |
Barrel aged for 11 months in 100% French oak, 30% of which was new. |
| Alcohol: |
14% |
| Release Date: |
October 2019 |
| Cases Produced: |
95 |
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Winemaker's Notes:
The La Tache and Swan clones produce rich fruit and floral notes underpinned by the minerality and structure of the La Cruz terroir. The wine has power, finesse and a bright acidity.
Vintage characteristics:
2018 was a near-perfect growing season, according to the Wine Industry Network. Excellent weather leading up to harvest allowed the grapes to ripen evenly, without moisture or heat spikes.
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