Vineyard: Bassi

Articles mentioning wines produced from this vineyard

Sips of Recently Tasted California Pinot Noir (10.39 10/1/2016)
Tastes of World of Pinot Noir (10.7 4/6/2015)

Wineries sourcing from this vineyard

Flying Goat Cellars
Sinor-LaVallee

Reviewed wines produced from this vineyard

2013 Sinor-LaVallee San Luis Obispo County Pinot Noir

$30, screwcap. Beginning with this vintage, all Sinor-LaVallee wines are from the winery’s estate Bassi Vineyard in Avila Beach planted to 8 clones of Pinot Noir and other varieties. · Moderately light reddish purple color in the glass. A pleasing medley of red and black fruits blended with modest but supportive tannins, and backed by vibrant acidity, making for easy and early drinking. Score: 88-89. Reviewed April 4, 2015 WINERY » ARTICLE »

2012 Flying Goat Cellars Bassi Ranch Vineyard San Luis Obispo County Pinot Noir

14.7% alc., pH 3.67, TA 0.58, 150 cases, $38. Released February 7, 2015. The Bassi Ranch Vineyard was formerly named Salisbury Vineyard. It is located two miles from the Pacific Ocean near Avila Beach. Soils are well-drained clay loam. A very cool site with consistent temperatures throughout the growing period. Clones 667 and 2A. Harvest Brix 24.7º. · Moderately light reddish purple color in the glass. An exotic nose with generous aromas of cherry, cardamom spice and wood pile. Sleek and suave in the mouth, with fruit flavors of cherry and cranberry robed in gentle tannins. The wine is a delight to drink, displaying a cherry-fueled, albeit oak-infused finish. Score: 90. Reviewed October 2, 2016 WINERY » ARTICLE »