Joel Gott California Pinot Noir

Varietal

100% Pinot Noir

Appellation

California

• Monterey
• Santa Barbara

Barrel

20% NEW FRENCH OAK
30% 1-3-YEAR-OLD FRENCH OAK

We source fruit from vineyards within Monterey and Santa Barbara, part of the Central Coast AVA, because of their ideal growing conditions for creating the style of Pinot Noir that we like to make. Fruit from the marine-influenced Monterey, Santa Lucia Highlands and Sta. Rita Hills appellations experiences cooling, ocean breezes resulting in well-developed fruit flavors and balanced acidity. Vineyards located more inland in Santa Barbara experience increased sunlight exposure and complex soil conditions, resulting in rich, fruit flavors and acidity

Across California, the growing season experienced a dry winter with mild spring and summer temperatures followed by a late summer heatwave, resulting in an earlier than usual harvest. These conditions produced smaller, more concentrated fruit clusters resulting in great flavor and acidity making for a complex and well-balanced wine

Following harvest, the fruit is fermented in open-top fermenters, helping to retain the varietal’s fruit flavors and tannin structure adding complexity to the blend. The wine was aged in aged in 20% new French oak and 30% 1-3-year-old French oak to help soften the tannins.

91 Points – The Tasting Panel

“Earthy aromas of cherry bark and wild cherry permeate the glass. Tilled soil, black cherry, and spiced sandalwood are focused and supported by a keen acidity. Mocha-strawberry on the finish is tart and creamy.” —Meridith May