2011 Rodgers Creek Vineyard Pinot Noir, Sonoma Coast
2011 Rodgers Creek Vineyard Pinot Noir, Sonoma Coast
The Rodgers Creek vines are grown in light, chalky volcanic ash soils on steep inclines, causing natural vine stress and resulting in high levels of concentration. Two blocks of Pommard Pinot noir clone form the foundation of this wine, with clone 777 adding bright fruit and silky textures. In 2011, we whole-cluster fermented 15% of the grapes, adding aromatic complexity and vivaciousness. This wine stands out in a crowd and has become a favorite in the Sojourn Tasting Salon.
Accolades
94 points – Pinot Report
93 points – Wine Enthusiast
91 points – California Grapevine
91 points – Stephen Tanzer's International Wine Cellar
Rodgers Creek Vineyard
Sonoma Coast, Petaluma Gap
Rodgers Creek Vineyard sits at 300 feet above sea level, between Sonoma and Petaluma, in the teeth of the wind and fog of the Petaluma Gap. The vines grow in light, chalky volcanic ash soils in steep inclines. This causes natural vine stress and gives the wine high concentration levels.