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Chalk Hill - Estate Pinot Noir RRV 2015
- Blend 100% Pinot Noir
- Country USA
- Region California
- Appellation Russian River Valley
- UPC 0 16236 00001 1
Estate
The Chalk Hill Estate is located at the convergence of a number of diverse climates, soils and terrains in the northeastern hills of Sonoma County. The Chalk Hill AVA is a sub-appellation of the Russian River Valley, the epicenter of Pinot Noir growing and winemaking. While the estate is a bit warm for top quality Pinot Noir, our Trenton Road vineyard, located a few miles west of the winery, is ideally situated. Trenton’s 45 acres of vineyard are planted with 6 highly regarded clones of Pinot Noir, primarily Mt. Eden, Pommard, Swan and Dijon 777.
Harvest
Harvest Dates: August 31 - September 11, 2015
Average Yields: 2.3 tons/acre
Average Brix at Harvest: 24.2 degrees
Average Yields: 2.3 tons/acre
Average Brix at Harvest: 24.2 degrees
Tasting notes
2015 was another prime vintage with moderate temperatures throughout the spring and summer. Concentrated wild strawberry and Bing cherry meld together with redwood forest aromas on the nose. Smooth with soft tannins, the wine’s silky texture brings forth a palate full of juicy red berry fruits with hibiscus flower wrapped around decadent dark chocolate. Its elegant finish and balanced acidity make it a versatile food-pairing wine. Enjoy with roasted pork tenderloin, or a grilled salmon with berry sauce.
Wine
Blend: 100% Pinot Noir
Bottling Date: August 11, 2016
pH: 3.81
TA: 5.65 g/L
Alcohol: 14.8%
Bottling Date: August 11, 2016
pH: 3.81
TA: 5.65 g/L
Alcohol: 14.8%
Vinification
Monthly batonnage for three months
100% malolactic fermentation
Cooperage: 100% French oak, 44% new
Barrel Aging: 10 months
100% malolactic fermentation
Cooperage: 100% French oak, 44% new
Barrel Aging: 10 months