2021 Ashley's Pinot Noir

Appellation

Sta. Rita Hills

Varietal

Pinot Noir

Jeb Dunnuck

Vineyard Sources

100% Ashley's Vineyard (Blocks T, U & W) located in the Sta. Rita Hills Appellation

Barrel Aging

Aged 15 months in 100% French oak, of which 53% is new

Cooperage

Mercurey, Francois Freres, Sirugue, Gillet, Tremeaux

Technical Data

Composition

100% Pinot Noir (Clones: Pommard, 115 & 114)

Alcohol %

14.1

Acidity

0.560 g/100mL

3.57

Harvest Brix

23.1-25.5

Harvest Date

9/22-9/29/21

Production

1028 cases

Description

Our single vineyard and small lot releases enable us to deliver some of our finest expressions of Pinot Noir by concentrating on specific vineyards, clonal selections or techniques. Named after Fess' daughter, Ashley, this hillside vineyard site sits only 12 miles from the cold Pacific Ocean with sandy, low vigor soils; a perfect scenario for Pinot Noir.

Bright cherry, strawberry and cranberry fruit flavors interwoven with layers of spice, clove, toast and earthy notes. Big yet polished, this Pinot Noir can be enjoyed now or cellared for 4-7 years. Enjoy!

Wine Critic Reviews

"The 2021 Pinot Noir Ashley's brings another level of depth and is medium-bodied and as elegant as they come, with beautiful cherry and framboise fruits, subtle nuances of white pepper and leafy herbs, flawless balance, and a great finish...this brilliant effort will evolve for 7-8 years, although I see no reason to hold off either." ~ Jeb Dunnuck