2021 Pinot Noir, Eye of the Needle Vineyard, Anderson Valley

Journeying into the Anderson Valley via Highway 253, you wind through its eastern gateway, the Eye of the Needle. At its end is Highway 128 and Pennyroyal Farm’s finest block of Clone 115 Pinot Noir grapes. Picked from the heart, the resulting wine is reminiscent of a summer season with long days where the evening opens with a glass before, during, and after dinner. Nostalgic sips aside, this satiny Pinot Noir wine is a testament to Anderson Valley’s unique growing region with windy yet sheltered terrains – like the Eye of the Needle – and the soothing coastal influence that creates a glass full of black currant, hints of fennel, and bay laurel.

DETAILS

750 ml
100% Estate Grown Pinot Noir, Clone 115 (100%)
Aged 18 mos in 60 gal French Oak Barrels

Cheese Pairing: Velvet Sister
Case Production: 222
Alcohol: 13.7%
TA: 5.8
pH: 3.33

AWARDS

2024 Wine Enthusiast, Cellar Selection, 92 Points

Double Gold
2024 Press Democrat North Coast Wine Competition