2021 Hop Kiln Estate Pinot Noir
An homage to our iconic hop kilns in the heart of the Russian River Valley and one of our proudest offerings
$50
Retail
$40
About the Wine
We’re excited to release our fifth vintage of Pinot Noir from our Hop Kiln Estate. With three unique soil types, the grapes from this vineyard produce the famous plush and rich style of Pinot Noir of this region. Harvested from a truly landmark vineyard located on the coveted Westside Road in the Russian River Valley, this unique bottle also features the iconic and historical stone hop kilns, which the California Heritage Society have named a historical landmark. The 2021 Hop Kiln Estate Pinot Noir was recently awarded a Platinum Medal at the 2023 TEXSOM International Wine Awards.
Tasting Notes
Varietal Composition
- % Pinot Noir
Body
Appearance
Ruby at the core with slow-forming tears at the rim.
Aroma
Aromatic with ripe black cherry, black raspberry, and strawberry with well-integrated savory notes of barrel spice, sweet tobacco, and vanilla.
Palate
The palate shows red plum, cranberry, and black berry fruit on entry, followed on the midpalate by subtle earthy notes of fall leaves and chanterelle mushrooms with textured tannins. The lengthy finish is balanced and complex with deep savory notes of cocoa and leather that blend seamlessly with the persistent fruit notes.
Key Features
Appellation
Russian River Valley
Fermentation
100% destemmed in small fermenters, punched down twice daily
Maturation
Barrel-aged for 10 months in French oak (40% new)
Alcohol
14.4%
SUGGESTED FOOD PAIRINGS
Roasted Lamb Chops
The 2021 Hop Kiln Estate Pinot Noir has that perfect Russian-River balanced mix of flavors and textural presence that complements richly flavored dishes, such as garlic and herb-roasted lamb chops.
