2012 Le Pre du Col Vineyard Pinot Noir 1.5L
Accolades
93 Points - Wine Spectator
Le Pré du Col Vineyard: A Bergström Wines Estate
Planted 2006 * Ribbon Ridge AVA * Elevation: 400ft
The first Ribbon Ridge AVA estate that we were honored to add to our portfolio. This magnificent 16-acre marine-sedimentary shallow sandy soil terroir is owned by the Hill family and farmed by Bergström Wines in partnership since its inception. Pinot Noir and Chardonnay from this amazing site are known for their depth of spice, rare woods, incense and oceanic salinity aromatics and for their rich textural layers of fruited spice and earthy minerality. These are seriously age-worthy wines. Learn more about the Le Pré du Col Vineyard.
Winemaker Notes
*from original release
2012 is the 5th vintage from this vineyard and shows a tremendous floral, sweet and savory earthiness. This wine always reminds me of two things: Maitake mushrooms and Red Hots. There is a noble earth expression here that distinguishes this vineyard from our other estates. One smell and it can only be Le Pre du Col. Cinnamon, red fruits, Asian spices, beef bouillon and a strong floral component make this a tremendously enjoyable Pinot Noir in its youth, but with l to 3 years of bottle age it is sure to be a delicacy that was worth the wait. On the palate this wine is medium to full-bodied, viscous and coats your mouth with a silky texture. Flavors of woodsy mushroom and beef stock that are both savory and sweet wash over your taste buds. This wine would be a perfect pairing for lamb ragu or beef stew or mushroom dishes featuring Morels, Maitakes and Chanterelles to name a few.
Wine Profile
| Vintage | 2012 |
|---|---|
| Wine Style | Red Wine |
| Varietal | Pinot Noir |
| Alcohol % | 14.1 |
| Size | 1.5 L |