J. Lohr Fog's Reach Pinot Noir, 2023 (Rose)

This elegant expression of cool-climate Pinot Noir emerges from the windswept Arroyo Seco appellation of Monterey County. The CSWA Certified Sustainable vineyard, planted to distinguished Dijon clones 667 and 777 along with Pommard 4, creates a terroir-driven wine of exceptional refinement and depth.

Tasting Notes
- Appearance: Deep ruby color
- Aroma: Vibrant Bing cherry and strawberry candy notes complemented by spicy black pepper, cinnamon stick, and black tea
- Palate: Bright strawberry sorbet flavors balanced with creamy, open-knit tannins
- Finish: Long, refined finish with distinctive pomegranate notes
- Structure: Medium-bodied, balanced acidity, 14.8% alcohol

Technical Details
- Composition: 100% Pinot Noir (Dijon clones 667 and 777)
- Fermentation: Whole berry in open-top tanks
- Aging: 8 months in French oak (26% new)
- Production: 3,231 cases
- Residual Sugar: 0.09 g/100ml (dry)
- Total Acidity: 0.53 g/100ml
- pH: 3.59

Winemaking
Hand-harvested and sorted fruit undergoes whole berry fermentation in open-top tanks with manual punch downs. The wine develops complexity through eight months of aging in French Burgundy barrels, balancing subtle oak influence with the vineyard's distinctive fruit character.