Vineyard: Gracianna Estate

Articles mentioning wines produced from this vineyard

Russian River Valley Neighborhoods (9.45 8/15/2014)
Sips of Recently Tasted Sonoma County Pinot Noir (10.31 6/5/2016)

Wineries sourcing from this vineyard

Gracianna Winery

Reviewed wines produced from this vineyard

2014 Gracianna Estate Mercedes River Block Russian River Valley Pinot Noir

15.4% alc., 191 cases, $64. The winery’s estate vineyard, Mercedes Motherblock, is planted to clone 115. · Moderately dark reddish purple color in the glass. Aromas of darkest cherry, blackberry syrup and a hint of volatile acidity. Mid weight plus flavors of blackberry, cassis, sauvage, char and brine in a rich, sappy and ultra ripe style with tucked-in alcohol, but noticeable tannins and oak overlay. Score: 85. Reviewed June 5, 2015 WINERY » ARTICLE »

2012 Gracianna Estate Mercedes River Block Russian River Valley Pinot Noir

14.9% alc., 25 cases, $58. Calera clone. Harvest Brix 24.8º. Aged 11 months in French oak. Unfined and unfiltered. · Moderately light reddish purple color in the glass. Enticing aromas of strawberry, red cherry, iron, sandalwood and cedary oak. Light to mid weight flavors of dark red cherry with hints of oak-driven cola, anise and spice. Soft and lush, with supple tannins. There is a sense of alcohol on the finish. Unchanged the following day from a previously opened and re-corked bottle. Score: 88. Reviewed August 15, 2014 WINERY » ARTICLE »