2023 Krutz Pinot Noir 'Soberanes Vineyard', Santa Lucia Highlands
2023 Krutz Pinot Noir 'Soberanes Vineyard', Santa Lucia Highlands
Tasting Notes
The 2023 Sobernanes Pinot Noir is an elegant expression from one of the premier vineyards in the Santa Lucia Highlands. It shows a velvety, polished texture with aromas and flavors of ripe cherry, red currant, and delicate rose petals, complemented by subtle French oak influence from barrel aging. Lush yet balanced, the wine delivers approachable richness and freshness, highlighting the hallmark purity and finesse of Santa Lucia Highlands Pinot Noir.Vineyard Notes
Located next to Gary’s Vineyard in the Santa Lucia Highlands, the Soberanes Vineyard is a joint venture between the Pisoni and Franscioni Families. The site features tightly spaced vines and is planted to 33 acres of Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Syrah. The Pisoni Clone (LaTâche) is the exclusive Pinot Noir clone selection for this vineyard. Constantly in pursuit of the finest wine-growing quality.| Vintage | 2023 |
|---|---|
| Wine Style | Red Wine |
| Varietal | Pinot Noir |
| Appellation | Santa Lucia Highlands |
| Harvest Date | September 15, 2023 |
| PH | 3.71 |
| Barrel Aging | 12 months in 50% new French oak barrels |
| Fermentation | 4-day cold soak, 8 days on skin. 50 hL Taransau d French oak tank. |
| Alcohol % | 14.8 |
| Size | 750 ml |
