93 Points -
"Medium ruby-purple colored, the 2017 Pinot Noir Fog Dance Vineyard is a little closed to begin, opening out to Black Forest cake, mulberries and kirsch scents plus hints of dark chocolate, wild thyme, lavender, and charcuterie. Medium-bodied, the palate delivers a fantastic intensity with loads of red berry and savory layers and a pleasant chew to the texture, finishing with an herbal lift." - Lisa Perrotti-Brown, Robert Parker Wine Advocate, February 2020
Tasting Notes
Exuberant aromas of berries, black cherry and exotic spice aromatics are supported by bright flavors of red and black cherry, blood orange and soy. Velvety, fine grained tannins complement a long finish with subtle clove and citrus nuances.
Historic Acclaim
2016: "Outstanding" 94+ Points, Robert Parker’s The Wine Advocate
2015: "Outstanding" 95 Points, Robert Parker’s The Wine Advocate
2014: "Outstanding" 93 Points, Robert Parker’s The Wine Advocate
2013: “Extraordinary” 96 points, Robert Parker’s The Wine Advocate
2013: “Outstanding” 92-94 points, IWC / Antonio Galloni
2012 : “Outstanding” 93 points, Robert Parker’s The Wine Advocate
2012: “Outstanding” 91 points, Stephen Tanzer’s International Wine Cellar
2011: “Outstanding” 92–93 points, Stephen Tanzer’s International Wine Cellar
2010: “Outstanding” 92–93 points, Stephen Tanzer’s International Wine Cellar
2009: “Outstanding” 92 points, Robert Parker’s The Wine Advocate
2009: “Outstanding” 93 points, Stephen Tanzer’s International Wine Cellar
2008: “Outstanding” 92 points, Robert Parker’s The Wine Advocate
2008: “Outstanding” 92 points, Wine & Spirits
2007: “Outstanding” 93 points, Stephen Tanzer’s International Wine Cellar
2007: “Outstanding” 94 points, Robert Parker’s The Wine Advocate
2006: “Outstanding” 93 points, Wine & Spirits
Vineyard & Vintage Character
The Fog Dance Pinot Noir is from our organically farmed, estate owned Pinot Noir vineyard on the rolling hills located just to the east of Green Valley Creek. This gorgeous vineyard was planted in 1996 upon Goldridge fine sandy loam soils to several Dijon clones: 667, 777 and 115. The Fog Dance Vineyard, Green Valley Pinot Noir bottling is named for the dance performed by the Pacific fog, drifting through the vineyards and back again to the sea each day. This wine reflects its cool Green Valley terroir, showing the brightness and purity of cherry, berry and cranberry flavors along with an elegant and refined texture.
Wine Details
Oak: 100% French oak, 47% new
Time in oak: 17 months
Alcohol: 14.8%
TA: 5.8g/L
pH: 3.52
Cases produced: 317
Unfined and unfiltered