Weibel Family 2010 Pinot Noir, Potter Valley

Harvest

2010 was a very cool year – winter stayed late, resulting in a cool spring well into June. Summer temperatures were below normal most days, albeit with sunny skies. Pinot noir loves cool temperatures, and is an early ripening variety. Cool temperatures promote delicate nuances in the aroma and flavors of the wine. The result was near perfect grapes for our Weibel Family 2010 Pinot Noir.

Tasting Notes

Weibel’s pinot noir vineyards are located in Potter Valley, in eastern Mendocino County. They are hillside plantings, which are challenged with dense clay soil with a rocky substructure. The 15-year-old vines yield less than average tonnage, putting all their effort into intensely flavored berries which have unique characteristics. Winemaking focuses on conscientious methods including maintaining the elements of terroir and vigilance in barrel selection. Our Pinot Noir aged in barrels for 18 months in a combination of 70% neutral and 30% new French oak. It has lush, bright cherry and raspberry on the nose, followed with fresh berry cherry flavor on the mid-palate. It finishes with nuances of rose petal and a hint of clove.

A lovely pairing with salmon, lamb, beef, pork, chicken, or turkey, our Pinot Noir is a versatile wine for most entrées.

Technical Data

• Alc. By Vol: 13.3%
• pH: 3.49
• Total Acidity: 5.60 g/L
• Production: 300 cases
  
  Weibel Family 2010 Pinot Noir, Potter Valley, Technical Notes
  
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