Puanani and Cliff Putnam believe that the Annapolis environment provides the optimum conditions for Pinot Noir – their role is simply to allow those conditions to flourish. Deficit irrigation, minimum spray, and open canopy ensure that our grapes take advantage of the natural backdrop of the Sonoma Coast.​

The wine is inky in color with sweet black currant, orange rind, elements of warm piecrust, and Luxardo cherry. The mouth shows richness with mixed dark fruits, followed by black tea, Redwood forest notes, and dark minerality.