2006 Carneros Pinot Noir, Gallery Vineyard
WINE DETAILS
In 2006, a cool, extended growing season and harvest enabled our Gallery
Vineyard Pinot Noir grapes to hang on the vine for a minimum of 112 days developing ripe,
concentrated flavors. After fermenting the juice in small stainless steel tanks with manual
punchdowns of the cap, Hangtime winemaker Tony Coltrin aged the wine in 100% new
French oak barrels to add a clove-like spiciness to its rich, vibrant, red-fruit flavors.
APPELLATION
The cool-climate Carneros district at the southern tip of Napa Valley is
strongly influenced by breezes and fog from nearby San Pablo Bay. These conditions are ideal
for Pinot Noir, which ripens slowly and steadily throughout the growing season, developing
bright cherry and berry flavors balanced by fresh acidity and engaging spice tones.
GALLERY VINEYARD
Located at the base of Prayer Mountain on the property surrounding
Folio Winemakers' Studio, the Gallery Vineyard is among the finest Pinot Noir vineyards
in Carneros. Planted to a diverse array of top-quality Pinot Noir clones, it is cooled by morning
fog and afternoon winds, ensuring our grapes enjoy a long, even growing season with
plenty of hang time on the vine.
Our pinot noir is a perfect complement, rather than a competitor, to the fine works of the Chef.
