2015 F.R. Pinot Noir Clone 777, Tondre Grapefield, Santa Lucia Highlands

2015 F.R. Pinot Noir Clone 777, Tondre Grapefield, Santa Lucia HighlandsJust 50 cases exist of this 100% Dijon Clone 777 Pinot Noir that was harvested from the Santa Lucia Highlands AVA of Monterey County. This wine aged in 100% new French Oak from the Tronais Forest and made with French yeast using European wine techniques. A huge aroma of spice and fresh fruit lead to flavors of bright cherry, potpourri and cola in a long Burgundian like finish.

and mineral rich glacier soil means flavorful fruit that creates an irresistable Chardonnay for you to enjoy

Enjoy with chocolate delicacies or Blue and Roquefort cheeses

traditional style of Chardonnay

buttery finish

Use our classic balsamic/fig vinegar drizzled lovingly on red ripe heirloom tomatoes

soft and velvety tannins and a chewy finish

This wine went through full malolactic fermentation

The blend started with a full-bodied

Flavor components are cherries

yet approachable tannins quickly reveal the complex profile of charred fruit

Ave produced just 75 cases of this wine from the infamous west-facing Howell Mountain AVA in Napa Valley

or reduced to syrup and serve over fresh berries and ice cream