Wine Specs
Vintage
2023
Varietal
Pinot Gris
Appellation
High Valley
Vineyard Designation
HSR
pH
3.27
Bottling Date
02/29/2024
Alcohol %
12.9
2023 Pinot Gris
93 PTS * Wine Enthusiast
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Wine Profile
Tasting Notes
An elegant wrapping of bergamot perfumes the nose of our 2023 Pinot Gris. Juicy Bartlett
pear aromas, along with delicious hints of honeyed green apple form the core of this vintage.
A sparkling minerality pervades the entire palate enhancing the ripe pear and honey flavors,
providing a persistent and mouthwatering finish.
Vineyard Notes
Our home ranch on the west side of the High Valley AVA has been known as “High Serenity
Ranch” for over one hundred years. The blocks planted to this idyllic site include Pinot Gris,
Sauvignon Blanc, Viognier and Gewurztraminer. Each block is comprised of ancient lakebed
and alluvial soils from the surrounding mountain range. The transverse valley winds create
some of the coolest sites in Lake County. The lower temperatures on the valley floor allow for
diurnal temperature swings of more than forty degrees, enhancing flavor development while
retaining a crisp acidity.
Winemaker Notes
We harvest our grapes early in the morning to ensure peak acidity and freshness upon arrival
to the winery. After gentle pressing, we allow the juice to cold settle overnight. The next day
we rack the juice off heavy lees and ferment in small stainless-steel tanks. Sur lie aging with
battonage (lees stirring) once a week in tank creates additional body, texture and viscosity in
the wine. This wine was aged six months, lightly fined and filtered before bottling for maximum
freshness and brilliant clarity.
Wine Specs
Vintage
2023
Varietal
Pinot Gris
Appellation
High Valley
Vineyard Designation
HSR
pH
3.27
Bottling Date
02/29/2024
Alcohol %
12.9