Palate

This vintage balances delicate barrel spice with notes of red currants, dark
cherries, hints of white pepper, and a pleasant, subtle earthiness.

Growing Conditions

2020 was considered a blessing for us in the industry for various reasons. First, it was an excellent growing season. Secondly, it was a lighter crop, which helped ease the pressure on our production team. The year started with an earlier bud break,
which led to a warmer spring and early summer. Cooler weather settled in early September, which would typically slow down development, but the ripening continued because of the smaller crop. We thankfully avoided much of the rain, which is often a challenge during this time of year. A mid October warm-up and plenty of sunshine pushed the ripeness to necessary levels while keeping the fruit free of fungal pressures.

Harvest

Vineyards: 57% Old Mission Peninsula, 43% Leelanau Peninsula

Winemaking

Aging

18 months in French oak, 20% new

Food Pairing

Pinot Noir tends to be one of the most versatile red wines and is often an excellent addition to many meals. Some of our recommendations include herb-roasted chicken or duck, wild mushroom pizza, grilled salmon, or pepper-crusted tuna
steaks.