Rhys Vineyards is a winery based in Santa Cruz that focuses on producing Pinot Noir, Chardonnay and Syrah from some of California’s most unique and expressive vineyards. They are constantly on the hunt for exciting rocky soils that exist within the mountainous, cool, coastal climate zone. Over the last 15 years they have cultivated seven estate vineyards, six in the Santa Cruz Mountains and one in Anderson Valley, each of which is capable of producing uniquely compelling, distinctive, soil driven wine.
What importer Skurnik Wines has to say about this wine...
100% Pinot NoirAlpine Vineyard (Santa Cruz Mountains AVA)Vines are mix of 16 clones of “Heritage” and “Suitcase” and elevation is between 1200′-1490′Purisma Shale soilsHand-harvestedNative yeast fermentationGrapes did a 5 day cold soak before fermentation. Grapes were foot trodden during fermentationAged 18 months in 35% new French oak and 15 of those months were on the lees12.9% ABV
Details
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Grape Variety
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Vintage
2019
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Size
750ml
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Farming Practice
Sustainable
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Style
Earthy , Minerally
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Sweetness
Dry
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Body
Medium Bodied