Cuttings Wharf

Simon Levi Cellars Cuttings Wharf  Pour La Vie

 

Vintage
2002

Appellation
Napa Carneros

Varietal Composition
100% Pinot Noir

Barrel Aging
9 months
50 % New French Oak
50% Hungarian Oak

Release Date
February 2005

Harvest Date
09 /16/02

Sugar at Harvest
25.0 Brix
pH 3.73
TA 5.7 g/L
Alcohol 13.9%

Case Production
112 cases

CUTTINGS WARF PINOT NOIR

ABOUT THE WINE

This Pinot Noir exhibits dark flavors of plum and Bing cherries. Its earthy complexity and mineral component is typical of wines derived from the thin clay soils of the Carneros region. Qualities of royal purple color and rich texture are obtained from extended skin contact during a cold soak prior to fermentation. Balanced acidity leads to a long black cherry cola finish with a hint of cloves and allspice.


FOOD RECOMMENDATIONS

Roasted quail or lamb with rosemary will accentuate the fruit in this wine. A ragout sauce of shiitake and morel mushrooms or a side of risotto with pancetta will pair well with its warm and inviting earthiness. Decidedly, this is a comfort food wine.

Cuttings Warf Chardonnay Tasting Notes

 

 

 

 

 

 

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