2014 Gregory James Hawk Hill Pinot Noir | 91 Point | Sonoma Coast

With age the 2014 Hawk Hill Pinot Noir has gained complexity and depth not found in younger wines. The aromas remain fragrant with expressive notes of black cherry, briar and earthiness with hints of conifer, bay leaf and cigar box. The palate is lean, yet flavorful, with cranberry, dark cherry, coffee, baking spices and leather. The acid has stood the test of time and remains in balance with the subtle tannins and fruit characteristics. Winemaking Notes The grapes were hand harvested in the cool hours of the night to ensure they came into the winery cool and intact. After arriving at the winery, the grapes were fully de-stemmed, placed in a 4 ton open top stainless steel fermentation tank and cold soaked for 8 days at 55 degrees F. Using native yeasts, the fruit was fermented for 9 days with very gentle cap management to conserve the delicate aromas and flavors of this cool climate Pinot Noir. After extended maceration the free run wine was drained, and the remaining grape skins were