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Vineyard: Salzgeber-Chan
| Appellation | Russian River Valley |
| Story | 3 acres planted to Dijon clone 115 in 1997. |
| Varieties | Pinot Noir |
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Reviewed wines produced from this vineyard
2006 Skewis Salzberger-Chan Vineyard Russian River Valley Pinot Noir
14.5% alc., 200 cases, $42.From a 3-acre vineyard planted in 1997 in the heart
of the Russian River Valley appellation. Dijon clone 115. Harvest Brix 24.9º.
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Scents of dark cherries, oak char and spearmint. Bright Bing cherry in the mouth
with a nice touch of spice. Some oak char carries through in the background but
dissipates some with swirling (should integrate with further aging of the wine).
Appealing finesse and balance.
Reviewed June 5, 2009
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2003 Skewis Salzgeber-Chan Vineyard Russian River Valley Pinot Noir
13.6% alc., 200 cases, $40. The Salzgeber-Chan Vineyard was planted in 1997 and consists of 3 acres of Dijon clone 115 on a north facing hillside with excellent drainage.
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A pleasing nose of ripe cherries, spice and toasty oak. Dark fruits dominate the cola tinged flavors. The wine closes with notable green tannins. An elegant style that will benefit from cellaring.
Reviewed June 5, 2006
WINERY »
2006 Skewis Salzberger-Chan Vineyard Russian River Valley Pinot Noir
14.5% alc., 200 cases, $42.From a 3-acre vineyard planted in 1997 in the heart of the Russian River Valley appellation. Dijon clone 115. Harvest Brix 24.9º. · Scents of dark cherries, oak char and spearmint. Bright Bing cherry in the mouth with a nice touch of spice. Some oak char carries through in the background but dissipates some with swirling (should integrate with further aging of the wine). Appealing finesse and balance. Reviewed June 5, 2009 WINERY » ARTICLE »
2003 Skewis Salzgeber-Chan Vineyard Russian River Valley Pinot Noir
13.6% alc., 200 cases, $40. The Salzgeber-Chan Vineyard was planted in 1997 and consists of 3 acres of Dijon clone 115 on a north facing hillside with excellent drainage. · A pleasing nose of ripe cherries, spice and toasty oak. Dark fruits dominate the cola tinged flavors. The wine closes with notable green tannins. An elegant style that will benefit from cellaring. Reviewed June 5, 2006 WINERY »
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