2022 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 sixth 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.
Tasting Notes
Varietal Composition
- % Pinot Noir
Body
Appearance
Pale ruby core with violet inflections and moderate tears on the glass.
Aroma
Aromatic with a medley of ripe raspberry, strawberry, and black cherry leading to subtle notes of portobello mushroom, rose petal, clove and anise.
Palate
The palate reinforces the nose with red fruit and savory elements while the wine's vibrant acidity and velvety tannins culminate in a lingering finish with sustained fruit, vanilla bean, hibiscus, and rhubarb tart.
Key Features
Appellation
Russian River Valley
Fermentation
100% destemmed in one-ton fermenters, punched down twice daily
Maturation
Barrel-aged for 10 months in French oak (40% new)
Alcohol
14.5%
SUGGESTED FOOD PAIRINGS
Roasted Lamb Chops
The 2022 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.
