© 2011 BY WAITS-MAST FAMILY CELLARS
2009 PINOT NOIR, OPPENLANDER VINEYARD,
MENDOCINO COUNTY
Oppenlander Vineyard is well off the beaten path in Mendocino County outside of the town of Comptche. It’s about eight and a half miles from the Pacific Ocean as the crow flies at an elevation of 250 feet. The cooler temperatures at this site and coastal proximity can deliver a certain “oceanic acidity,” lending structure and complexity to the wine.
The most striking observation about the 2009 Oppenlander Pinot Noir is its color – a vibrant violet-red color that has been visible from crush all the way through to the bottle. On the nose, dried lavender mixes with mushroom and earth tones for subtle aromatics. On the palate, tart cherry and raspberry are wrapped in a taut package that shows a lot of balance. Definitely one for aging and well-suited for pairing with your favorite pinot-friendly meal.
| Clones: | Dijon 114 |
| Harvest/Brix: | October 2, 2009 at 24 Brix |
| Fruit: | 100% whole berry (no stems) |
| Fermentation: | native yeast |
| Barrel aging: | 17 months in French oak, 25% new (Remond) |
| Alcohol content: | 14.2% by volume |
| Bottled: | March, 2011 |
| Production: | 48 cases |
| Release date: | September, 2011 |
Suggested Retail Price: $44/bottle (750ml)
Drink now through 2018
