In 2010, we were very excited when an opportunity presented itself to work with a vineyard that we loved - Hallberg Vineyard. We worked to develop a relationship with the owners and farmers of the vineyard, which, I have to say, is the source of some of my favorite Pinot Noirs. This stunning site bears the name of the former owners, Don and Marcia Hallberg, who in 1999, with aging apple trees past their prime, sold the 115-acre orchard to Emeritus Vineyards.
With soils and climate ideal for growing Pinot Noir, the land was returned to vineyards after 65 years and the Hallberg name continues as a hallmark of Russian River Valley agriculture. Kirk Lokka is the vineyard manager at Hallberg. He has a keen eye for detail and knows his vines better that anyone. We will be sourcing fruit from two different blocks, Block C Clone 777 and Block I Pommard.