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Angeline 2007 Pinot Noir is produced from grapes carefully selected from vineyards in Sonoma & Mendocino Counties. Both counties are known for its cool winters and warm summers, with a coastal influence that often brings fog to the area. The fog creates a moist blanket during cold weather and cool relief when the temperature rises which allows the grapes to retain their bright and delicate flavors. The 2007 harvest was a week or so earlier this year, but fairly quick, compact and with lower crop yields. Early winter rainfall led to an even growing season with moderate weather conditions throughout the year. Although crop size was down, they harvested beautiful fruit which will produce wines with great intensity. Their Pinot Noir is produced from fruit that abounds with intense fruit and rich aromas. By “cold soaking” the crushed grapes and fermenting at moderate temperatures, bright fruit flavors are extracted from the grape, with harsh tannins. This Pinot Noir is aged in French oak barrels for 12 months and has a brilliant ruby color with aromas of strawberry, raspberry and overtones of smoked tea and spice. Bright flavors of strawberry, layered with a subtle touch of vanilla oak, lead to a rich, round fruit finish. "Medium-bodied, with a delicate rose petal, mineral, sage and black cherry mix of flavors that are pure and complex. Drink now. 10,000 cases made. –JL" - Rated 87, Wine Spectator "This two-county blend offers a good Pinot Noir at a fair price. It’s bone dry and silky, with crisp, cool-climate acidity balancing nuanced cherry, red currant, cola and pomegranate flavors. Drink now. — S.H. (5/1/2009)" - Rated 87, Wine Enthusiast |
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