The Carneros Estate Pinot Noir is Donum's flagship wine. We select only the best fruit that represents the expressive terroir of Carneros.Since Donum's inception in 2001, we have continued to craft our Carneros Estate Pinot Noir from a diverse selection of Dijon and heirloom clones across our 95-acre vineyard. The fruit is harvested and fermented separately and later transferred to French oak barrels to age for up to 16 months. In the final month, we select only the best barrels representing the terroir of our Carneros region in the finished blend.TASTING NOTES: The 2019 Carneros Pinot Noir is deep ruby in color, with aromas of blackberry, boysenberry, dried cranberry, and the signature note of Donum Vineyard, sassafras. The palate offers wild blueberry, blackberry, caramel, and a hint of sea salt. The finish is lush, with rich baking spice lingering . Variety: 54% Pommard, 33% Dijon 667, 6% Donum, 4% Mt. Eden, 2% Wadenswil 2A, 1% Martini. CASES PRODUCED : 1,184 cases
AGING: 70% new French oak

2019 Carneros Estate Pinot Noir Year Of The PIG: James Suckling, 95 Points , 94 points, Wine Enthusiast, Wine Spectator, 94 Points