2002 Pinot Noir

Highly extracted with a mix of red cherry, black cherry, and black raspberry flavors balanced with smoky, toasty tones and spice. Cellaring until 2007 and beyond will allow the full expression of the fruit.

Z'IVO Wines 2002 Pinot Noir

Black fruit flavors balanced with smoky toast and vanilla tones

Winemaker's Notes

Made from Dijon clones 115, 777, and 114. Harvested October 2 – 7, 2002. Brix 24.8-25.5, T.A. 6-7.

An exceptional year with small berries, moderate fruit set and ideal summer conditions. 90% destemmed and wild yeast fermented in 1.3 ton lots. Twice a day punch down until 6° Brix and pressed when dry.

70% new wood aged. Not racked until the final blend of all free run. 1,200 cases made. Alcohol 14.5%

May 2007: Decanting the 2002 for an hour further softened the tannins allowing the black cherry tones to meld with the vanilla, coffee and bacon fat smokiness. This wine is coming into its own (at long last) and will drink beautifully for another decade.