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The Davies family of Schramsberg Vineyards and Davies Vineyards in the Napa Valley is pleased to release its third vintage of its Goorgian Vineyards Pinot Noir. The familys experience with Pinot Noir dates back to 1967, when Jack and Jamie Davies first used this elegant red varietal to make their inaugural vintage of Schramsberg Blanc de Noirs sparkling wine. Over the 51 years following that first use, Schramsbergs winemakers have built long-lasting relationships with some of the best Pinot Noir growers in the North Coast. Developing upon this passion, history, and experience, second-generation Vintner Hugh Davies and Director of Winemaking Sean Thompson are proud to present this Pinot Noir vineyard-designate release from southern Mendocino Countys Anderson Valley.
The Vineyards
The Goorgian Vineyards are located at the northwestern end of the Anderson Valley, 10 miles east of the Pacific Ocean and situated on steep, rocky northwest facing slopes with an elevation ranging from 200-350 feet. Shallow loamy topsoil facilitates excellent drainage above a layer of sandstone and shale, stressing the roots to reach for nutrients and water. Cooler daily temperatures are ideal for Pinot Noir with nightly coastal breezes dropping into the 50s, creating the perfect sugar to acid balance in the grapes. This environment provides a long, even growing season which delivers mature fruit depth with a vibrant, acidic backbone.
2016 Goorgian Vineyards Pinot Noir (1 X 750 ML)
The Vineyards
The Goorgian Vineyards are located at the northwestern end of the Anderson Valley, 10 miles east of the Pacific Ocean and situated on steep, rocky northwest facing slopes with an elevation ranging from 200-350 feet. Shallow loamy topsoil facilitates excellent drainage above a layer of sandstone and shale, stressing the roots to reach for nutrients and water. Cooler daily temperatures are ideal for Pinot Noir with nightly coastal breezes dropping into the 50s, creating the perfect sugar to acid balance in the grapes. This environment provides a long, even growing season which delivers mature fruit depth with a vibrant, acidic backbone.
Tasting notes
This Pinot Noir leads with dense aromas of blueberry, plum, black cherry, cranberry, wood spice and white pepper. The focused palate features cranberry, dark cherry and rhubarb, with chewy tannins.- Winemakers Sean Thompson and Hugh Davies
- Varietal Composition
- 100% Pinot Noir
- Appellation
- Anderson Valley
- Vineyard
- Goorgian Vineyards
- Clones
- Pommard 4, 667, Millesime, DRC, 943, 828
- Barrel Aging (French Oak)
- 16 months (22% new, 56% once used)
- Coopers
- Billon, Francois Frere, Damy
- Alcohol
- 14.3%
- TA
- 0.59g/100mL
- pH
- 3.67
- Harvest Dates
- September 9 - 15, 2016
- Bottling Date
- January 24, 2018
- Release Date
- September 1, 2018
- Cases Produced
- 225 (9-Liter)
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The Davies family of Schramsberg Vineyards and Davies Vineyards in the Napa Valley is pleased to release its eighth vintage of Pinot Noir still wines. The familys experience with Pinot Noir dates back to 1967, when Jack and Jamie Davies first used this elegant red varietal to make their inaugural vintage of Schramsberg Blanc de Noirs sparkling wine. Over the 51 years following that first use, Schramsbergs winemakers have built long-lasting relationships with some of the best Pinot Noir growers in the North Coast. Developing upon this passion, history, and experience, second-generation Vintner Hugh Davies and Director of Winemaking Sean Thompson are proud to present this vineyard-designate Pinot Noir wine from the 2016 vintage.
Nobles Vineyard produces bright, complex, and richly layered Pinot Noir. It is located approximately 75 miles north of San Francisco, on the north Sonoma Coast, in the recently designated Fort Ross-Seaview AVA. With the vineyards moderate daytime and nighttime temperature swings, the Pinot Noir grapes follow a steady path to optimum ripeness, full flavor and color expression. The site is located on the eastern slopes of the second mountain ridge in from the Pacific Ocean, between 950 and 1,050 feet above sea level. Planted in 1993, on the propertys Goldridge fine sandy loam soil, less than two tons per acre of vibrant, yet supple, fruit is harvested each year.
For the 2016 vintage, an early harvest was a result of another mild winter. There were no major heat spikes during the growing season, allowing the grapes to slowly ripen natural processes. As a result, the harvest was early, smooth and predictable. The yields were significantly lower, but wine quality is stellar.
2016 Nobles Vineyard Pinot Noir Sonoma Coast (1 X 750 ML)
Nobles Vineyard produces bright, complex, and richly layered Pinot Noir. It is located approximately 75 miles north of San Francisco, on the north Sonoma Coast, in the recently designated Fort Ross-Seaview AVA. With the vineyards moderate daytime and nighttime temperature swings, the Pinot Noir grapes follow a steady path to optimum ripeness, full flavor and color expression. The site is located on the eastern slopes of the second mountain ridge in from the Pacific Ocean, between 950 and 1,050 feet above sea level. Planted in 1993, on the propertys Goldridge fine sandy loam soil, less than two tons per acre of vibrant, yet supple, fruit is harvested each year.
For the 2016 vintage, an early harvest was a result of another mild winter. There were no major heat spikes during the growing season, allowing the grapes to slowly ripen natural processes. As a result, the harvest was early, smooth and predictable. The yields were significantly lower, but wine quality is stellar.
Tasting notes
This Pinot Noir starts off with aromas of plum, cherry and cola spice, followed gracefully with vanilla and rose petal. The palate offers a round full-mouth feel, with juicy ripe berry, layered with bright strawberry, baking spice, cocoa powder and nutmeg.- Winemakers Sean Thompson and Hugh Davies
- Varietal Composition
- 100% Pinot Noir
- Appellation
- Fort Ross-Seaview, Sonoma Coast
- Vineyard
- Nobles Vineyard
- Clones
- Martini 15, 777
- Barrel Aging (French Oak)
- 16 months (25% new, 33% once used)
- Coopers
- Atelier, Damy, Remond
- Alcohol
- 14.5%
- TA
- 0.64 g/100mL
- pH
- 3.68
- Harvest Dates
- September 15 - 16, 2016
- Bottling Date
- January 24, 2018
- Release Date
- September 1, 2018
- Cases Produced
- 300 (9-Liter)
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The Davies family of Schramsberg Vineyards and Davies Vineyards in the Napa Valley is pleased to release its eighth vintage of Pinot Noir still wines. The Anderson Valley Pinot Noir is a blend of the Ferrington and Goorgian Vineyards, located at opposite ends of this coastal valley at the southern end of Mendocino county. The familys experience with Pinot Noir dates back to 1967, when Jack and Jamie Davies first used this elegant red varietal to make their inaugural vintage of Schramsberg Blanc de Noirs sparkling wine. Over the 50 years following that first use, Schramsbergs winemakers have built long-lasting relationships with some of the best Pinot Noir growers in the North Coast. Developing upon this passion, history, and experience, second-generation Vintner Hugh Davies and Director of Winemaking Sean Thompson are proud to present this appellation-designate Pinot Noir wine from the 2016 vintage.
The Vineyards
The Ferrington Vineyards property, located approximately 100 miles north of San Francisco and 17 miles inland from the Pacific Ocean, is in a fertile pocket of land found at the edge of the northeastern foothills of Mendocino Countys Anderson Valley AVA. Between 360 and 440 feet above sea level, the three acres produce approximately 2.5 tons per acre of bright, complex fruit. Goorgian Vineyard is located at the northwestern end of the Anderson Valley, 10 miles east of the Pacific Ocean and situated on steep rocky north-west facing slopes with an elevation ranging from 200-350 feet. From its highest point you can see down the southeastern end of the valley and view Ferrington Vineyards.
2016 Anderson Valley Pinot Noir (1 x 750 ml)
The Vineyards
The Ferrington Vineyards property, located approximately 100 miles north of San Francisco and 17 miles inland from the Pacific Ocean, is in a fertile pocket of land found at the edge of the northeastern foothills of Mendocino Countys Anderson Valley AVA. Between 360 and 440 feet above sea level, the three acres produce approximately 2.5 tons per acre of bright, complex fruit. Goorgian Vineyard is located at the northwestern end of the Anderson Valley, 10 miles east of the Pacific Ocean and situated on steep rocky north-west facing slopes with an elevation ranging from 200-350 feet. From its highest point you can see down the southeastern end of the valley and view Ferrington Vineyards.
Tasting notes
This Pinot Noir features aromas of cherry, blueberry, plum, white pepper and cinnamon. The palate combines a juicy fruit forward entry with flavors of strawberry and plum, with tarragon, vanilla and nutmeg that carry through to the finish with a tangy acidity.- Winemakers Sean Thompson and Hugh Davies
- Varietal Composition
- 100% Pinot Noir
- Appellation
- Anderson Valley
- Vineyards
- 75% Ferrington Vineyard, 25% Goorgian Vineyard
- Clones
- 667, Pommard, 828, 777, 943, DRC, 115
- Barrel Aging (French Oak)
- 16 months (8% new, 40% once used)
- Coopers
- Damy, Remond, Billon
- Alcohol
- 14.2%
- TA
- 0.62 g/100mL
- pH
- 3.56
- Harvest Dates
- August 30 - September 15, 2016
- Bottling Date
- January 25, 2018
- Release Date
- September 1, 2018
- Cases Produced
- 325 (9-Liter)
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The Davies family of Schramsberg Vineyards and Davies Vineyards in the Napa Valley is pleased to release the 2016 vintage of their Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir. This wine is a blend crafted from the Piedre Libre and Nobles vineyards. The familys experience with Pinot Noir dates back to 1967, when Jack and Jamie Davies first used this elegant red varietal to make their inaugural vintage of Schramsberg Blanc de Noirs sparkling wine. Over 51 years following that first use, Schramsbergs winemakers have built long-lasting relationships with some of the best Pinot Noir growers in the North Coast. Developing upon this passion, history, and experience, second-generation Vintner Hugh Davies and Director of Winemaking Sean Thompson are proud to present this delicious appellation-designate Pinot Noir wine from the 2016 vintage.
The Vineyards
Nobles Vineyard produces Pinot Noir with vibrant red berry flavors and a supple, layered texture. The vineyards are on the eastern slopes of the second mountain ridge in from the Pacific Ocean, between 950 and 1,050 feet above sea level. Piedra Libre Vineyards is surrounded by the forests of the rolling hills between Sebastopol and Bodega Bay. Located between 250 and 500 feet above sea level, the vineyards are planted in Goldridge sandy loam soil, a fine grain soil with little fertility, which gives the grower full control of nutrients and minerals provided to the vine.
2016 Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir (1 X 750 ML)
The Vineyards
Nobles Vineyard produces Pinot Noir with vibrant red berry flavors and a supple, layered texture. The vineyards are on the eastern slopes of the second mountain ridge in from the Pacific Ocean, between 950 and 1,050 feet above sea level. Piedra Libre Vineyards is surrounded by the forests of the rolling hills between Sebastopol and Bodega Bay. Located between 250 and 500 feet above sea level, the vineyards are planted in Goldridge sandy loam soil, a fine grain soil with little fertility, which gives the grower full control of nutrients and minerals provided to the vine.
Tasting notes
This Pinot Noir engages with aromas of cherry, cranberry, cinnamon, fig and dried orange peel. The full palate is richly textured with a juicy entry and flavors of black plum, cherry, black tea and tarragon.- Winemakers Sean Thompson and Hugh Davies
- Varietal Composition
- 100% Pinot Noir
- Appellation
- Sonoma Coast
- Vineyards
- 69% Nobles, 31% Piedra Libre
- Clones
- Martini, Mt. Eden, 777, 459, 115
- Barrel Aging (French Oak)
- 16 months (15% new, 31% once used)
- Coopers
- Damy, Atelier, CaVin
- Alcohol
- 113.9%
- TA
- 0.61 g/100mL
- pH
- 3.65
- Harvest Dates
- September 15 - 24, 2016
- Bottling Date
- January 25, 2018
- Release Date
- September 1, 2018
- Cases Produced
- 200 (9-Liter)
