2007 Mayro-Murdick Pinot Noir, Carneros
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We believe that Carneros is producing some of the most unique, rich and true pinot noirs available today. And, it starts with the vineyards. The backbone of our wine – the Iund Vineyard – leads a storied life in Carneros. For over 30 years, the Iund vineyard has delivered, producing many award-winning Carneros wines. Together with grapes from Sangiacomo Tallgrass, this pommard-based blend strongly represents the Carneros appellation from vintage to vintage.
Flavors of cinnamon, rhubarb, cherry and vanilla drive the nose, ultimately opening up to a nice floral scent. In the mouth, the sweet, rich flavor offers round cherry, with a great length and a long finish. The wine’s ruby color reflects the old vine characteristics of the storied Iund vineyard. Elevation in small French oak barrels has allowed the wine’s terroir-specific fruit flavors to mature and develop into a refined, elegant pinot noir. This is vintage Carneros, showing strong aging potential and flavors that will blossom with time.
Critics are touting 2007 as one of the finest vintages for California Pinot Noir in recent years, so naturally we have eagerly awaited the release. It was a vintage Carneros growing season, as the growing season was consistent and mild, and the weather during the final stages of ripening was perfect, with a cool summers and afternoon breezes creating the distinct characteristics of the Carneros region. This allowed the grapes to ripen to full maturity, creating a rich, compelling offering.
2007 Mayro-Murdick Fact Sheet (PDF)
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