1998 Pfeiffer Pinot Noir
Winemaker's Notes
This brilliant, deep garnet wine displays aromas of strawberry, raspberry, and gooseberry with hints of rose petals, vanilla, and sweet oak spice.
In the mouth, bright berry fruit flavors precede notes of oak, vanilla, and floral. The wine's soft round tannins provide for a long, smooth finish. Suggested retail: $40.00
Technical Notes
| % Blend |
PN Clone |
Block |
Rootstock |
Vine Age |
Soil |
Trellis Sys |
| 31% |
Pommard |
6 |
Own Rooted |
12 years |
Bellpine |
Vertical |
| 31% |
Pommard |
7 |
Own Rooted |
12 years |
Bellpine |
Vertical |
| 38 |
Pommard |
4 |
Own Rooted |
12 years |
Bellpine |
Vertical |
Final Analysis: 13.0% alcohol; TA: 0.54 g/100ml; pH: 3.50
Fermentation: 100% stainless steel, temperature controlled tank fermentation in removable top
fermenters. Punch down two to three times per day.
Aging: 16 months in French oak barrels
Production: 349 - 6 pack cases
Growing Season
The extended cold, wet spring in 1998 reduced the number of pollinated flowers
significantly, and thus, yields were down 30-50% statewide.
A warm, dry summer growing season led to a normal canopy growth. With a reduction in clusters coupled with a normal canopy growth, the remaining fruit possessed intense aromas and flavors.
The weather during harvest was sunny and dry with small amounts of intermittent rainfall.
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