Product Overview
Winery's Notes:
"The fruit was hand-harvested September 26th to October 5th, 2017. After a 5 to 10 day cold soak, the grapes underwent traditional vinification methods, including foot crushing, whole cluster fermentation with native yeast, malolactic fermentation on lees, and gravity transfer. The wine was aged in Francois Frères barrels (Bertrange Forest) for 19 months and was bottled unfiltered."
Varietal Composition: 100% Pinot Noir
Appellation: Santa Cruz Mountains AVA
Vineyard Designation: Domaine du Docteur Rodgers
Aging: 19 months in French oak (Francois Frères), 80% new
Production: 2,028 cases
93 Points - Wine Enthusiast
"A dark shade in the glass, this blend from multiple vineyards begins with aromas of dried berry, iodine, mahogany and bresaola on the unique nose. The palate combines dark berries with savory touches of tar and charred wood, with wild mint and a firm texture showing on the finish." -MK, 11/1/23
90 Points - Vinous
"The 2017 Pinot Noir (Santa Cruz Mountains) is a classic Clos de la Tech wine. Rich, ample and full-bodied to the core, the 2017 offers copious dark red fruit, leather, incense, licorice and dried herbs. Early signs of aromatic development are just starting to appear. The 2017 is not exactly subtle, but it has developed nicely to this point." -AG/BN Oct/2024
