2019 Hallberg Vineyard Dijon Clones Pinot Noir
Appellation
Russian River Valley
Appellation
Russian River Valley
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Tasting Notes
Bursting with savory notes of herbs and spice, this wine highlights the tremendous range of this outstanding vineyard site. Generous notes of white peppercorn, nutmeg, and cloves lift from the glass, and slowly unveil the brooding, dark red fruit aromas of Pinot Noir grown in Green Valley. Flavors of dried cranberries and fresh raspberries entice the palate while silky tannins from luxurious French oak barrels lend elegance. Exquisitely focused and approachable, this wine is impeccably balanced and delightful from start to finish.
Vineyard Notes
Named for its previous owners, the 100-acre Hallberg Vineyard is today owned and managed by wine industry veterans including vineyard manager Kirk Lokka. Nestled in the Green Valley sub appellation, the site enjoys refreshing daytime breezes and cool nighttime temperatures. The strong marine influence means less severe daily temperature shifts so the vines never completely shut down, producing fruit with deep, dark color, great structure, silky tannins, darker fruit flavors and earthy characteristics. Dijon clones selected for this blend come from three different blocks flanking the east and west sides of the Hallberg ranch. The 777 and 667 clones on the west side of the ranch contribute structure, spice and earthiness, while the 777 from the east side tends to offer dense, dark fruit flavors and lovely floral aromatics.
