Vineyard: Fashauer

Articles mentioning wines produced from this vineyard

Results of Exclusive Press Tasting of Anderson Valley Pinot Noir (Mendocino Fairgrounds) (11.6 7/8/2017)
Tasting 2015 Pinot Noir at Drew Estate in Elk with Jason Drew (11.6 7/8/2017)

Wineries sourcing from this vineyard

Drew Family Cellars

Reviewed wines produced from this vineyard

2015 Drew Fashauer Vineyard Anderson Valley Pinot Noir

13.8% alc., 50 cases, $50. This 8-acre vineyard is along the Greenwood Ridge and falls within the Mendocino Ridge appellation as well as the outer boundary of the Anderson Valley. Near Valenti Vineyard. Average vine age 16 years. Yields 2.2 tons per acre. Clones 115 and 667 planted in well-drained, sedimentary silty clay loam with high mineral content and marginal fertility. Native ferments, 25% whole cluster, aged 11 months in Sirugue oak barrels, 50% new. · Moderately dark garnet color in the glass. Revealing aromas of pie cherries and spice. Noticeable concentration of sappy dark red cherry and berry fruits along with structural firmness. The fruit is embellished with notes of earth, game and minerality. A bright, cherry fruited finish completes the charm. Score: 93. Reviewed July 9, 2017 WINERY » ARTICLE »

2015 Drew Fashauer Vineyards Anderson Valley Pinot Noir

13.4% alc., $50. Anderson Valley and Mendocino Ridge appellation. Clones 115 and 667. Native yeast fermentation, 50% whole cluster, aged in French oak barrels, 30% new. · Moderately light ruby red color in the glass. Shy aromas of cherry, red berry, sous-bois and wooded path. A savory wine with some wildness, offering juicy, mid weight flavors of red fruits. Still young and not full engaged, but loaded with interest. Modest tannins, bright acidity and structured tannins. Score: 93. Reviewed July 8, 2017 WINERY » ARTICLE »