Two magnums, signed by co-owner and wine maker, Mike Sullivan.

2017 La Pommeraie Chardonnay Magnum

TASTING NOTES

Vivid aromas of citrus blossom, pineapple and green papaya. The vibrancy of aromas is
matched by its opulent texture and layered flavors of candied orange rind and crème
brûlée followed by a mineral laden finish. Indigenous yeast fermentation in French oak
barrels and extended aging of 16 months on lees drives this wine's exceptional complexity.

HARVEST NOTES

After 4 years of drought in Sonoma County the 2016 growing season started with
abundant and consistent rainfall, replenishing reservoirs and recharging soils with much
needed water. Moderate spring temperatures encouraged the vines out of dormancy with
an early bud break. Light but consistent rainfall and moderate temperatures in the spring
provided optimal conditions for rapid shoot growth and the growing season got off to a fast
and furious pace. Temperatures during bloom were nearly perfect in the Russian River
Valley resulting in yields that are likely at, or near, Sonoma County's historic average. The
weather through the summer continued with warm days and cool nights, with very few heat
spikes.

WINEGROWER NOTES

This spectacular vineyard sits along Laguna Ridge at the edge of the Green Valley AVA.
Meticulously farmed and planted at a very high density of 2,420 vines per acre, the
vineyard consists of Dijon clone 548 and 95. Once a spectacular apple orchard we pay
homage to the Martinelli Family and the history of the site by naming the wine 'La
Pommeraie,' French for apple orchard.

2018 Russian River Valley Pinot Noir Magnum

93 WINE ENTHUSIAST EDITOR'S CHOICE

TASTING NOTES

The 2018 vintage provided the raw materials to produce a Russian River Valley Pinot Noir with intense fruit and spice aromas and layered texture. Aromas are dominated by red fruits of plum and vine-ripened raspberry, while black fruits dominate on the palate. The vibrant aromas expand and give way to red plum, toasted brioche and allspice. On the palate the wine has integrated acidity and fine tannins that should allow for mid-term cellaring. As always, the wine was bottled without fining or filtration.

HARVEST NOTES:

Our winemaker called the vintage 'a return to normal,' as the growing season was long and harvest conditions were exceptional with long hangtime and a slow and predictable harvest. Almost ideal conditions during flowering led to a generous cluster count and almost no shatter. The summer conditions were ideal, with cool (foggy) mornings where the sun didn't peek through the marine layer until lunchtime. The harvest conditions were quite cool, and the vintage will be remembered for extended ripening and an exceptionally long hang time. The resulting vintage delivered very high quality and above average yields for all our estate vineyards.

WINEGROWER NOTES:

Through intensively farming each vineyard site, our intent is to maximize the character and individuality of place and we do so utilize the most progressive viticultural techniques. Harvested at night, the fruit was rigorously hand sorted prior to destemming and then berry selected before open top fermentation. This blend is a collection of heirloom clones of Pinot Noir like Calera, Swan, Pommard, Mt. Eden, and Chalone as well as newer French selections like Dijon 777 & 943.

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