Vineyard: Turtle Vines

Articles mentioning wines produced from this vineyard

Sips of Recently Tasted Pinot Noir (10.25 2/5/2016)
Sips of Recently Tasted Pinot Noir (10.3 1/22/2015)

Wineries sourcing from this vineyard

Turtle Vines

Reviewed wines produced from this vineyard

2014 Turtle Vines Russian River Valley Pinot Noir

13.8% alc., pH 3.90, TA 0.58, $34. 50% Pommard and 50% Dijon 667 clones from an estate vineyard planted in 2010. 5% whole clusters. Aged in 25% new French oak. · Moderate reddish purple hue in the glass. The nose is flush with earthy flora and savory herb aromas. The palate is more fruity, offering middleweight spiced cherry flavor with a pinch of smoky oak. Very sleek and silky with invisible tannins. Score: 89. Reviewed February 5, 2016 WINERY » ARTICLE »

2013 Turtle Vines Russian River Valley Pinot Noir

13.9% alcohol, pH 3.79, TA 0.58, 30 cases, $34. 80% Pommard, 20% 667. Harvest Brix 24º. 5-day cold soak, 100% destemmed, not crushed. 5% whole cluster fermentation. Aged in Flextanks with 20% French oak. · Moderate light cherry color in the glass. Aromas of red cherry, spice, and Herbs de Provence. Light in weight, but flavorful, with a good mid palate attack of cherry and raspberry fruits complimented by a hint of oak. Light on its feet and easy to cozy up to, with a refreshing cut of acidity on the finish. Score: 88-89. Reviewed January 23, 2015 WINERY » ARTICLE »