2009 proved to be a fantastic harvest year. The cool summer gave way to September heat that quickly ripened the fruit to bright and well defined Pinot Noir intensity. Marked by a third year of drought conditions, limited but prudent watering allowed for full development of the small crop.

Our 2009 Carneros Pinot Noir is a blend of Burgundian clones from our own vineyards as well as select lots from neighboring vineyards — Gee Vineyards, Mahoney Las Brisas Vineyards and Casa Carneros.