Nose
With an exotic spice nose and subtle hints of black tea and wild strawberries,
the 2014 Afl eet is a hedonistic, robust wine.
Palate
Structurally focused, but earthy, with a fresh acidity. Light, bright flavors of pomegranate, with a depth of coffee bean and conifer notes. This is a wine that is exceptionally consistent each year and will continue to evolve and age gracefully
Harvest
This was the third exceptional harvest in a row in the Anderson Valley. It
began a week earlier than normal, but the moderate weather throughout
the spring and summer allowed the grapes ample time to achieve optimal
ripeness, flavor development, and balance.
Winemaking
Beginning with a ve day cold soak, this wine utilized the slow moving AMH
yeast that effectively carried the fermentation for two weeks in tank.
Punch-downs were performed one-to-three times daily to aide in the
extraction of avors and color pro le desirable for Pinot Noir. Once
fermentation was complete, the wine was racked into a blend and began its
aging regime until bottling in the following winter.
Aging
16 months French oak, 27% new
