2022 Stoller Vineyard Pinot Noir

TASTING NOTES FROM THE WINEMAKER

Aromatically complex, this wine alternates through aspects of concentrated fruit notes of dark cherry and red plum, rich savory meats, and a touch of bay leaf. The texture is dense, velvety, and plush. A brightness comes through mid-palate and sings with juicy red fruit, finishing with a weight and spice. This wine will continue to integrate beautifully over the years and will reward those with the patience to wait before opening.

VINTAGE OVERVIEW

The 2022 growing season was full of surprises that resulted in a miracle harvest of delicious, age-worthy wines with balance and vibrancy. The vintage kicked off with a cold and wet spring that turned worrisome when an unusually late-season freeze event affected lower-lying vineyards of the vineyard. Slowly but surely, temperatures began to warm by midMay and continued to rise throughout the summer allowing the vines to flourish. Harvest commenced on September 19, almost four weeks behind recent vintages. Fortunately, moderate temperatures and clear skies facilitated a steady intake of fruit until finished on October 21.

92 points - Wine Enthusiast