Pinot Noir Whale Rock 2021
This Pinot Noir is made completely from our CCOF Certified Organic Whale Rock Vineyard. This wine expresses the best qualities of a full-bodied Paso Robles Pinot Noir with a balanced and crisp palate. Pair this wine with grilled salmon or a creamy and hearty squash-based soup.
NIELS AND BIMMER UDSEN, Owners
Wine Specs
Vintage
2021
Varietal
Pinot Noir
Appellation
Paso Robles
Vineyard Designation
Whale Rock
Harvest Date
September 2016
Acid
0.57 g.100mL
pH
3.79
Aging
5 Months French and American Oak
Bottling Date
February 2017
Alcohol %
14.2
Wine Profile
Tasting Notes
APPEARANCE: Brilliant ruby and garnet color
AROMA: Cherry tart, dried cranberries, subtle oak and vanilla notes.
PALATE: Balanced acid, lingering soft tannins, tart cherry and vanilla
Production Notes
The harvest of 2016 was nearly ideal. No frost events in spring and generally
seasonal weather with some well-timed heat spells to aid in ripening the
grapes. In September, the temperatures made big swings from night and day
which lengthened the hang time on the vines and resulted in very balanced
wines with crisp acidity and mild tannins.
Winemaker Notes
This Whale Rock Pinot Noir has a cherry red hue. Its aroma is filled with ripe
cherries complemented with sweet spice and oak aromas. Delicate tannins
tie in with a lean crisp body and clean fruit that hold in the finish. Good
intensity of aromas and flavors. A standout in typicity of a Paso Robles Pinot
Noir.