Appellation:

Carmel Valley AVA "Monterey County, Ca"

Vineyard:

Joyce Family Vineyard planted in 1996 which lies on a 12% slope in Carmel Valley, Ca. This vineyard consists of clones 777, 667 and pomard 4. Situated in the micro-appellation of carmel valley which is located on the lower west side of the Santa Lucia Highland Mountain range. Like both the Russell vineyard and Michael vineyard the Joyce Faimly vineyard consists of chalk rock loam ladden soil which provides ardous growing conditions allowing these pinot noir vines to produce on 1 ton per acre.

Case Production:

Limited

Alcohol:

14.8%

P.H.

3.75

Residual Sugar:

0.00%

Cooperage

45% new Segium Moreau Burgundy blend French oak barrels for 1 year 2 months

Fermentation Technique:

100% malolactic fermentation

Tasting Notes:

Clones 777, Pomard 4 & 667 provide dazzling layers of cherry, berry, with a subtle elegance that will reward your palate with a long, lingering finish.

Retail:

$50.00 per bottle

Bottled:

December 2010