$45.00
Description
2024 Rosè of Pinot Noir
180 cases produced
Vintage Notes
2024 was an exceptional vintage. The season began with a cool spring, resulting in a slightly delayed budbreak and bloom. However, June brought high temperatures that accelerated the growth, and the weather remained favorable throughout the harvest season. Warm days and cool nights created ideal conditions for even ripening and excellent flavor development.
Production Notes
We made this Rosè from a blend of two styles: the first one was made from 1.5 tons of our Wente clone on the Frost Ranch, which we hand-picked at night and brought ice cold to the winery. We put the grapes straight into the press whole cluster, so we could keep the fruit pristine and take only the best free run juice. This juice then went to a stainless steel tank and was fermented cold for three weeks. The other Rosè was made from our Pinot Noir harvest. We hand-picked those grapes also, brought them in ice cold and destemmed and placed into a tank. After 12 hours, a saignée was done to concentrate the flavors in our Pinot Noir and to capture a little more juice for our Rosè. This Rosè was then fermented separately for 3 weeks until dryness, at which point the two Rosè were blended together, and stored in neutral oak barrels until bottling.
Tasting Notes
Our 2024 Rosè of Pinot Noir offers a beautiful pale pink/salmon color and a super aromatic nose of strawberry, cantaloupe, and satsuma orange. The palate features bright raspberry and strawberry notes balanced by orange zest and tangerine. The bright acidity makes it pair wonderfully with seafood, cutting through the richness of dishes like grilled salmon or shrimp ceviche. Best when enjoyed with friends poolside!
