2007 Renelle's Block Reserve Pinot Noir

Grapes come exclusively from Renelle’s Block. Renelle’s Block is a beautiful amalgamation of root stocks and clones that contribute to the complexity and vibrancy of the Renelle’s Block Reserve. Located on the Southeast side of the vineyard, this block has a due South exposure and has sedimentary soils that range from a high clay component on the south side, to a more sandy composition on the upper end. This block was planted in the Spring of 1999 and is the oldest block on Coeur de Terre Vineyard. Renelle’s Block has been farmed organically from its inception and continues to be farmed organically. Root Stocks: RG, 101-14, 3309, 44-53 Clonal Selection: Pommard, Wadensvil (2 selections), 113, 114, 115, 667, 777

Winemaking: Cold soak for 4 days at 50°F, fermented to a maximum temperature of 82°F over 7 days, and then free run and press directly to barrel (combination of indigenous and commercial yeasts). All barrels were left on lees preferentially and only racked if necessary. We used commercial ML culture and prefer slow ML ferments in cool cellar. Final barrel selection was transferred to tank for blending, allowing to marry and settle for clarification (no filter or fining) before bottling. Aging: 18 months in Barrel, New Oak 40%, Once Fills 30%, Twice Fills 30%. Bottled: April 30, 2009 Alcohol: 13.4% Cases Produced: 45 Release Date: Projected Thanksgiving 2009

Tasting Notes: One first notices the deep ruby pigmentation of the wine and hints at the complexity to follow. On the nose, the wine expresses earth and minerals, along with dried cherries, vanilla and smoky toast. On the palate, the wine demonstrates a depth and richness along with flavors of dried cherries, cola, dried lavender, with hints of rose and pomegranate. The finish lingers with the cola and spice overtones. Oak is present and nicely integrates with the complex fruit found in Renelle’s Block Pinot Noir.