Vineyard Notes:
Deep in
Carneros country, the Iund Vineyard has been producting stellar Pinots for over 20 years. The vines behind this wine are 25 year old Pommard clones which I have, finally, after many years of watching them go to another winery, been given the chance to work with.
Winemaker Tasting Notes:
This wine rises up from the wild earth. The nose opens up a world of dark smokey gamey Carneros funk with a strong black tea component. The wine is medium bodied with a generous mouthfeel. Serve with roasted meats or grilled sausages. While a very spunky wine now, a few years in a dark place will put this wine in its place.
Technical Notes:
| Appellation: |
Carneros |
| Harvest Dates: |
September 30, 2005 |
| Brix: |
24.9 |
| pH: |
3.41 |
| TA: |
.65 |
| Oak/Cooperage: |
10 months in 50% new French Oak
|
| Clones: |
777, 828, Swan |
| Alcohol: |
15% |