2012 Alloro Vineyard Pinot Noir

Vintage 2012 

The last four vintages have all had late starts, and 2012 was no exception. Spring brought us warmer and dryer weeks than we had expected. Despite record rain in March, the summer was dry, and temperatures reached the 100° in early August. Warm east winds desiccated the ripening fruit throughout September and October, causing us to have smaller than usual clusters and berries. The grapes did have higher sugars levels, the flavors were darker, and the tannins were not consistently ripe.    

2014 Winemaker's note

This rich wine begins with aromas of floral notes with dried blueberries.  On the palate, bright and forward flavors of  dark cherries and blackberries, highlighted by red cherry and a spicy finish.