2023 Riddle Vineyard Pinot Noir, Sonoma Coast
2023 Riddle Vineyard Pinot Noir, Sonoma Coast
This Pinot Noir offers exceptional structure and aging potential with intense bramble berry fruit flavors. The finished wine has a high level of concentration and depth. The cooling coastal influence allowed the vines to flourish during the September heat wave, providing ideal ripening conditions. Mt Eden clone performed very well in 2022 and forms the foundation of this wine. Clones 115 and Pommard were blended in, creating additional layers of complexity and texture. Collectors will be rewarded by cellaring this wine.
Riddle Vineyard
Sonoma Coast
Riddle Vineyard is located on a ridge in Green Valley near the town of Occidental in the West Sonoma Coast. At 750 feet above sea level, its gentle, north facing slopes overlook many of the iconic Pinot noir vineyards of the region. Foggy mornings burn off early, and the vines are drenched in warm sun for most of the day.