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2016 Pinot Noir Clone 115
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2016 Pinot Noir Clone 115
Wine Specs
Vintage
2016
Varietal
Pinot Noir ~ Clone 115 Reserve
Appellation
Monterey
Vineyard
Viento Vineyard
pH
3.41
Aging
100% French oak (33% new) 18 months
Bottling Date
May 31, 2018
Alcohol %
13.9
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$75.00
 
SKU: 16SVIP17RMON212
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Our Clone Series was created to highlight the different nuances that each Pinot Noir clone presents. What do we mean by “clone”? Grapevines in general, and Pinot Noir vines in particular, are genetically unstable and can mutate over time. Each grape variety is actually made up of many subtypes, called clones. These clones can result in different flavors, intensity, color, etc. At Scheid Vineyards, we grow 20 different clones of Pinot Noir. Clone 115 is one of the Dijon clones and we prize it for the exotic red fruit and heady aromas it exhibits. This single clone, single vineyard bottling is a true reflection of the terroir of our Viento Vineyard as well as the exquisite Dijon clone 115, with elegant rich aromas, lush cherry flavors, and a supple texture. The palate has a lingering finish with soft tannins that enhance this rich and structured wine.

Wine Specs
Vintage
2016
Varietal
Pinot Noir ~ Clone 115 Reserve
Appellation
Monterey
Vineyard
Viento Vineyard
pH
3.41
Aging
100% French oak (33% new) 18 months
Bottling Date
May 31, 2018
Alcohol %
13.9
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Wine Profile
Vineyard
Viento, which means wind in Spanish, is a vineyard that represents Pinot heaven. Its morning fogs, cool winds and longer-than-average growing season translate into intense fruit flavors and excellent varietal character. Clone 115 is a smaller, tighter cluster grape, looking like little hand grenades. It is noted for high levels of anthocyanin pigments and round, supple tannins.
Varietal Composition
100% Pinot Noir
Winemaking
The grapes were handpicked in the early morning hours at the peak of ripeness and destemmed into small fermentation bins. The juice was then fermented in small lots in open top fermenters and punched down daily at the height of fermentation to gently increase extraction of color and phenolic compounds. The must was drained, pressed to stainless steel tanks and, after settling the heavy solids, the juice was racked clean to barrels for secondary fermentation and storage. Aged in French oak barrels for 18 months, the wine was bottled without fining or filtration to preserve the delicate notes and mouthfeel. After bottling, the wine was laid down for additional rest prior to release.
Cases Produced
129