2005 Bouchaine Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir  Just released September 2007

Masculine and brooding, Bouchaine's Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir contrasts with the more elegant nature of our native Carneros Pinot Noir.  Met head-on with its focus and power, Winemaker Mike Richmond used his Carneros sensibilities to sculpt dark berry, black cherry and leather character from a one-dimensional to a multi-faceted gem.  (About 300 cases produced)  

This extravagant wine was harvested from Hendricks Vineyard Rockin' H Ranch on the Sonoma Coast.  The nine year old Pinot Noir vines are Dijon clones 667 and 777 on 101-14 rootstock.  The wine was barrel aged, and 30% of the barrels were new Trust Cooperage Hungarian oak.

Pinot Noirs are famously versatile with a range of foods. This Pinot, with its dark fruit and sculpted structure, extends Pinot's versatility even further, pairing beautifully with robust dishes such a Valencia Paella, full of savory grilled chicken and shellfish and seasoned with the fragrant earthiness of that opulent spice, saffron. 

  $35.00