Monticello Vineyards Pinot Noir 2020 Napa Valley

TASTING NOTES: I find this to be an elegant example of the diversity of our Monticello Vineyard in
Oak Knoll District. The aromas are subtle but dynamic, offering strawberry, cola, cinnamon and
hints of vanilla on the nose. On the palate, the wine is very well balanced, displaying a soft, velvety
texture with a vibrant beam of acidity which provides a wonderful structure for such an elegantly
framed wine. I find the wine is a little darker on the palate than on the nose, offering flavors of
raspberry, black cherry, and cola leading into a long, smooth finish.

WINEMAKING NOTES: Our 2020 Pinot Noir was hand-picked, then destemmed and berry-sorted
on the crush pad. Fermentation lasted 10 days with the wine drained and pressed at dryness.
Malolactic fermentation took place in barrels. The wine was aged in French oak barrels for 14
months. 1/3 new French oak. Since the wine is 100% varietal, there was no blending, but the barrel
selection was completed at 10 months aging, 6 months prior to bottling.

PRODUCTION: 40 Barrels / 950 Cases