2021 Grand Detour Pinot Noir
A Pinot Noir lover’s dream, sourced from our historic Hop Kiln Estate
$40
Retail
$32
Wine Society
About the Wine
Our 2021 Grand Detour Pinot Noir was sourced from Landmark’s historic Hop Kiln Estate located on Westside Road in the heart of the Russian River Valley. Crafting this wine from estate grapes grown in the respected Middle Reach of the Russian River Valley AVA gives our winemaker the flexibility to select his favorite blocks with unique grape and rootstock combinations. The fruit for the 2021 Grand Detour was hand-harvested at night and delivered to the winery before sunrise, ensuring the integrity and character of this delicate Pinot Noir.
Tasting Notes
Varietal Composition
- % Pinot Noir
Body
LightMediumFull
Appearance
Ruby red in the glass.
Aroma
Intensely aromatic with ripe cranberry, juicy strawberry, fresh violet flower, and black licorice.
Palate
The palate shows notes of pomegranate and plum on entry followed by anise, beetroot, and vanilla on the midpalate. The finish is moderately long with ripe mixed fruit, barrel spice, and subtle forest-floor notes.
Key Features
Appellation
Sonoma Coast
Fermentation
100% destemmed in small fermenters, punched down twice daily
Maturation
Barrel-aged for 10 months in French oak (33% new)
Alcohol
14.4%
SUGGESTED FOOD PAIRINGS
Roasted Lamb Chops
The 2021 Grand Detour Pinot Noir is incredibly versatile, but it would be especially beautiful paired with garlic and herb-roasted lamb chops.
