2006 Bouchaine Pinot Meunier, Napa Valley Carneros  Very limited release-only 110 cases produced

Pinot Meunier is the ballerina of red wine grape varieties--dainty in structure yet simply beautiful and enticing. It has been used traditionally in the making of Champagne and sparkling wines. A cousin of the Pinot Noir grape, Pinot Meunier’s high tone fruit flavors and floral aromatics highlight the loveliness that you would find in bright, elegantly balanced Pinot Noirs.

From recent plantings on our estate, Bouchaine's Pinot Meunier is a unique expression of this intriguing varietal. The vineyard site of rolling hills with gravelly soil is set in a cool microclimate that's perfect for growing this cool climate grape.

"Working with Pinot Meunier reminds me of a day spent in a rose garden--glorious in color and heady in floral aromatics," says Winemaker Michael Richmond, who jumped at the chance to work with Bouchaine's small panting of Pinot Meunier. "I often get carried away in attempts to describe this wine’s ethereal nature, but simply put, Pinot Meunier showcases Pinot Noir’s prettiness in a dramatic way. (Only 110 cases produced).

  $35.00