2021 Pommard Clone Pinot Noir

Appellation

Sta. Rita Hills

Varietal

Pinot Noir

Wine Spectator

Wine Enthusiast

Jeb Dunnuck

Vinous

Vineyard Sources

100% Ashley's Vineyard (Block W) located in the Sta. Rita Hills appellation

Barrel Aging

Aged 15 months in 100% French oak, of which 42% is new

Cooperage

Mercurey, Francois Freres

Technical Data

Composition

100% Pinot Noir

Alcohol %

14.3

Acidity

0.570 g/100mL

3.53

Harvest Brix

24.7-25.5

Harvest Date

9/24-9/28/21

Production

297 cases

Description

Our clonal selection of Pinot Noirs are made with the intent of isolating some of the very best individual lots in our cellar and capturing the nuances that each specific clone offers. This has remained a very small project - 14 barrels of each wine - and delivers some of our finest expressions of Pinot Noir.

The Pommard Clone is a darker, more brooding example of Pinot Noir. You will find cherry, forest floor, floral and even slightly smokey notes on the nose. The palate delivers nice structure with cherry, strawberry, cinnamon and dried herb flavors.

Wine Critic Reviews

"I always love this clone, and the 2021 Pinot Noir Pommard Clone reveals a lighter ruby, translucent hue to go with complex aromatics of forest floor, salty red and black fruits, iron, and black tea. It’s medium-bodied, has plenty of tannins, and beautiful balance. It too will drink well for at least 7-8 years." ~ Jeb Dunnuck "Pomegranate, cherry and chaparral aromas are vibrant on the nose of this clonal showcase, which reveals how complete the Pommard clone can be. The fresh, exuberant palate explodes with cherry, cranberry and white pepper flavors while staying lighter weight." ~ Wine Enthusiast "The 2021 Pinot Noir Pommard Clone is soft, open-knit and creamy. Blue/purplish fruit, spice, mint and blood orange. The 2021 is a bit shy today, but then again, much of that is the personality of the vintage speaking." ~ Antonio Galloni's Vinous "Ripe and polished, with a beam of raspberry and bitter cherry puree gliding through, while light red tea, singed mesquite and savory notes add range and detail on the finish. Drink now through 2030." ~ Wine Spectator