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2008 José S. Ferrer Pinot Noir
The most exceptional blocks from our 335-acre Carneros vineyard are selected from each vintage for this bottling. Meticulous cluster and shoot thinning help to promote extraordinary depth in the fruit, and our winemaker chose a few of the best barrels from among these special lots to compose the blend. Each careful step in the making of this wine is based on over twenty years of experience with Pinot Noir on our estate and represents a fitting tribute to our founder, José S. Ferrer.
Tasting Notes
This wine is wonderfully perfumed with bright aromas of red berries and plum with hints of cherries. Its spicy and rich and the palate is silky with complex black cherry and raspberry flavors and a dash of smoky notes. The long balanced finish makes it a delight.
Winemaking Notes
2008 will be remembered by Carneros grape growers as a challenging year. It was one that required more attentive care of the vines. Record frost in March and April damaged some of the vines followed by an unusual dry spell which caused the yields to be lighter and slightly overripe. Despite the year’s challenges the fruit quality was excellent as the lower yields produced highly concentrated fruit flavors.
Award
2007 VINTAGE, 2013 Gold Medals
Pinot Noir Shootout, #40 of 442 Pinot Noirs Tasted
2006 VINTAGE, 2009 Gold Medals
Critics Challenge International Wine Competition
Food Affinities
Great with grilled meats like lamb, pork and chicken, also pairs well with grilled salmon and braised short ribs. For cheese try something nutty and tangy like a gruyere, sharp cheddar or parmesan.
Analysis
Blend: 100% Carneros Estate Pinot Noir
