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Block Designate Pinot Noirs

WINEMAKER'S NOTES

Pure, clear tones of dark cherry ring from first whiff to last taste of the 2005 vintage Homestead Block Pinot Noir. Complementary aromatics of hibiscus and violet, a persistent character of our estate vineyards, and deeper hints of cedar and anise flavor the experience. To the taste, more dark cherry and huckleberry echo the initial impressions, rounded out with ...


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Winemaker's Notes
From the broad palate of Dijon clone Pinot Noirs grown on the Van Duzer Estate, select barrels of the 2005 Dijon 777, ...

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WINEMAKER'S NOTES

In the glass, the deep and dark appearance should be admired long enough to permit the big styled complexity of its aromas to rise. The interplay of big dark blackberry, black cherry, toasty oak and the typical earthy character of the Wädenswil clone give way to floral notes of hibiscus, violet and hints of spice.

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WINEMAKER'S NOTES

First impressions are the deep ruby red color and aromas of succulent ripe red fruit and spicy oak. Drawing on the sensory variety of the four Pinot Noir clones in the Westside blend, the wine presents a mélange of pomegranate, strawberry, raspberry-rhubarb pie, Marion berry, and graham cracker crust to the palate. The Dijon clones and oak barrels contribute ...


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THE VINEYARDS
In 2001, Van Duzer planted Pinot Noir vines in the bowl-shaped 15-acre depression on the steep western face of our estate vineyard. Five Pinot Noir clones – Wädensvil, Pommard, and Dijon clones 667, 777 and 113—were selected for the unique Westside bowl microclimate. The Westside Bowl receives extra sunlight thanks to its orientation and 200 more ...


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