Mount Eden 2017 Pinot Noir

Mount Eden 2017 Pinot Noir

Pinot Noir
CA - Santa Cruz County - Santa Cruz Mountains
In-State Sales Only
$65.00 / 750 mL Bottle
  • Alcohol 14%
The 2017 growing season was beautiful with ample rain in the winter and just-right temperatures in the spring and summer. The harvest commenced at the very end of August and concluded at the beginning of September, which is early when you look back at 40 years of harvest starts, but now it is the norm. We employ about 30% whole cluster fermentation. These grapes are incorporated into the open-top fermentors along with the destemmed berries. The result is a wine with more energy and nuance and, with age, develops the magic of Pinot Noir’s complexity. The whole cluster additions add weight and intensity, which is the intention. Enticing wild strawberries and plum aromas are full bore. The mouthfeel is linear in intensity with fine tension on the palate with flavors of blackberry, pastille, and lovely plum sorbet. Given our history, expect bottle development for twenty years, and a drinking plateau thereafter.