Martin Ray Sonoma County Pinot Noir 750 ML

THE WINE
Balanced by these distinct appellations, we blend our Pinot Noir to be classic in style and defined by the diversity among the vineyards we source from.
APPELLATION
Sonoma County 69% | Monterey County 31%
VINEYARD NOTES
From the cool diurnal shifts in the south, to higher elevations in the North, there is a striking contrast to the concentration of fruit and high acidity. Cool, dry, and long growing seasons in this maritime climate are essential, yielding wines of balance and complexity.
VARIETAL COMPOSITION
100% Pinot Noir
VINTAGE NOTES
Vintage 2022 started early, with bud break in early March. Late spring cold weather, with much-needed precipitation, helped shape the season, in another record drought year. Premature summer warmth, with a record early harvest in late July. While the vintage was marked by incredible variation across each growing region, and low yields throughout, the wines are lively and fruit-forward with balanced tannins.
WINEMAKING NOTES
Fermented separately in small open-top fermenters with gentle punch-downs. Maintained at moderate temperatures until dry, basket-pressed, and racked to 33% new French oak for 12 months.