Vineyard: Peterson (Mendocino Cty)

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Wineries sourcing from this vineyard

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Reviewed wines produced from this vineyard

2017 Lula Peterson Vineyard Mendocino Pinot Noir

13.5% alc., pH 3.40, TA 0.60, 520 cases, $45. This vineyard, planted in 1999, is located in the mountain town of Comptche. Pommard and Dijon clones 667, 777 and 115. 100% de-stemmed, 2-day cold soak, inoculated yeast, 10 to 15 day extended maceration post fermentation, and aged 10 months in new and used French oak barrels. Lightly fined and filtered before bottling. · Moderate garnet color in the glass. The nose marries aromas of dark cherry with espresso. Soft in the mouth in a middleweight style, featuring oak-kissed dark cherry fruit flavor. Very approachable, with integrated tannins but only a modest finish. The sumptuous oak dominates the wine. Score: 87. Reviewed July 20, 2019 WINERY » ARTICLE »

2017 Lula Founder’s Cuvée Mendocino Pinot Noir

14.5% alc., pH 3.40, TA 0.63, 100 cases, $50. 50% clone 777 and Pommard from Lula Vineyard and 50% Peterson and Costa vineyards located in Comptche. 100% de-stemmed, 2-day cold soak, inoculated yeast, 10 to 15 day post fermentation extended maceration, and aged 10 months in new and used French oak barrels. Lightly fined and filtered before bottling. · Moderately dark garnet color in the glass. Well-ripened fruit aromas of blackberry, black currant and raisin lead to a mid weight styled wine that is richly endowed with an array of well-spiced and somewhat earthy dark fruits. A firm tannic backbone supports the hefty fruit load and there is enough acidity for adequate vitality. An intensely fruity finish leaves an impression. Score: 91. Reviewed July 20, 2019 WINERY » ARTICLE »

2014 Lula Peterson Vineyard Mendocino County Pinot Noir

13.5% alc., pH 3.51, TA 0.67, 400 cases, $45 (wine club exclusive). Vineyard planted in 1999 and located in the coastal mountain town of Comptche at 700 feet elevation. A blend of Pommard and Dijon 115, 667 and 777 clones, each harvested and fermented separately before blending after 12 months in barrel, and then aged an additional 6 months in barrel before bottling. · Moderately dark garnet color in the glass. The nose is reticent, even when checked the following day from a previously opened and re-corked bottle. Much more giving on the palate in a densely fruited and bold style that offers plenty of charm. Delicious flavors of black cherry and black raspberry with compliments of spice, vanilla and earth. Envious balance with integrated tannins and plenty of finishing power. This wine needs decanting if opened now but will most certainly benefit from a few more years in bottle. Score: 90. Reviewed April 19, 2017 WINERY » ARTICLE »