Vineyard: TBH

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Wineries sourcing from this vineyard

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Reviewed wines produced from this vineyard

2016 Small Vines Sonoma Coast Chardonnay

14.1% alc., pH 3.24, TA 0.64, 625 cases, $55. 100% estate grown at TBH Vineyard and estate bottled. Hyde Wente and Kistler Mt Eden Wente selections planted in Goldridge sandy loam. Whole cluster pressed and barrel fermented with native yeast and native ML with minimal battonage. Aged 11 months on fine lees in French oak barrels, 14% new. Bottled unfined. · Moderate golden yellow color in the glass. Refreshing aromas of yellow apple, ripe grapefruit and nut oil. Sleek and polished in the mouth with flavors of lemon, pineapple, crisp apple and melon. The discreetly assertive acidity drives the refreshing nature of this wine, but the acidity is not imposing. Score: 91. Reviewed December 11, 2018 WINERY » ARTICLE »

2016 Small Vines Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir

13.6% alc., pH 3.60, TA 0.58, 600 cases, $55. 100% estate grown and bottled with 40% of the grapes from TBH Vineyard. Includes irrigated vines and vines with smaller shoots. Clones include Calera, Pommard, Swan, 943, 459, 114, 115, 667 and 77. 35% whole cluster. Aged 12 months on fine lees in French oak barrels, 23.5% new. Bottled unfined. · Moderate garnet color in the glass. Well appointed nose with aromas of dark cherry, blue berry, spice and subtle oak toast. Mid weight plus core of dark red fruits framed by subtle oak and peach-skin tannins. Bright acidity, finishing with hearty fruit and a hint of citrus. Score: 90. Reviewed December 11, 2018 WINERY » ARTICLE »

2016 Small Vines Estate Cuvée Russian River Valley Pinot Noir

13.5% alc., pH 3.68, TA 0.53, 383 cases, $65. The proprietor’s blend from Baranoff, Fassler, MK and TBH vineyards, all organically farmed by Small Vines Viticulture, Inc. All dry-farmed fruit. Pommard, “828,” 943, 459, and Dijon 113, 114, 115, 667, 777 and 943. 100% free run. 50% whole cluster. Aged 17 months on fine lees in French oak barrels, 20% new. Bottled unfined and unfiltered. · Moderately dark garnet color in the glass. A melange of red and blue fruits with a note of nutty nougat and pine show up on the inviting nose and the mid weight plus styled palate. A grand attack of black cherry goodness continues through a long finish glamorized with a haunting black cherry fragrance. The wine is well-structured and energized with good acidity predicting age ability. Score: 92. Reviewed December 11, 2018 WINERY » ARTICLE »

2016 Small Vines TBH Vineyard Sonoma Coast Chardonnay

13.8% alc., pH 3.18, TA 0.72, RS 1.1 g/L, 297 cases, $72. 100% organically grown and estate bottled. The vineyard, planted in 2009, is exposed to heavy coastal influences. 3630 vines per acre planted in Goldridge sandy loam soil. Hyde Wente and Kistler Mt Eden Wente selections. Gently whole cluster pressed, barrel fermented with native yeast and native ML with minimal battonage. Aged 11 months on fine lees in French oak barrels, 8% new. Bottled unfined and unfiltered. · Moderate golden yellow color in the glass. This wine is clearly for connoisseurs. Aromas of green apple, citrus, white flower blossom, petrichor and nut oil. Discretely luscious in the mouth with vibrant flavors of citrus and green apple. With little new oak overlay, the fruit comes across as unadorned and pristine. The texture is pleasingly viscous and the lemonscented, saltine finish is unusually long. It is very easy to like this regal wine that possesses laser-like clarity. Score: 94. Reviewed December 11, 2018 WINERY » ARTICLE »

2016 Small Vines TBH Vineyard Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir

13.2% alc., pH 3.52, TA 0.59, RS 0.2 g/L, 295 cases, $82. Harvest Brix 20.8º-23.2º. Clones include Calera, Swan, Pommard, 943 and 459. Yields .98 lbs per vine.5-day cold soak, 60% whole cluster, native yeast fermentation. Aged 15 months on fine lees in French oak barrels, 24% new. 100% free run juice. Bottled unfined and unfiltered. · Moderately dark garnet color in the glass. Lovely aromas of black cherry, boysenberry, black plum, beef grilling rub and a nip of nutty oak arrive with aplomb over time in the glass. Mid weight plus in style, with flavors of cherry, blueberry and purple grape and a companion note of savory herbs. Noticeably juicy, with taut tannins that show up on the slightly astringent, but lip-smacking finish. Still young, achieving more brilliance and better integration of tannins when tasted several hours after opening. Score: 94. Reviewed December 11, 2018 WINERY » ARTICLE »

2015 Small Vines TBH Vineyard Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir

13.2% alc., 246 cases, $82. · Moderately dark garnet color in the glass. I was enamored with the nose that offered deep and expressive aromas of cherry, purple berry and exotic spices. A robust charge of well-ripened dark red cherry and berry fruits alerts the senses. The fruit seems to come in waves, immersing the mid palate and finish bold and long. A touch of spice and forest adds interest. Nicely composed with a healthy tannic backbone that blends in for accomplished harmony. This wine has an impressive arsenal of aromas and flavors. Score: 95. Reviewed December 11, 2018 WINERY » ARTICLE »

2014 Small Vines Sonoma Coast Chardonnay

13.9% alc., pH 3.17, TA 0.72, RS 1.8 g/L, 574 cases, $55. 100% TBH Vineyard located in Sebastopol. Planted in 2009, organically farmed, 3630 vines per acre. Yields 1.5 lbs per vine. Hyde Wente and Kistler Mt Eden Wente selections.harvest Brix 21.8º-23.6º. Whole cluster pressed gently, barrel fermented with native primary and malolactic fermentations, minimal lees stirring. Aged 10 months in French oak barrels (12% new) and stainless steel (16%). Bottled unfined and unfiltered. · Moderate golden straw color in the glass. The nose leads with aromas of freshly peeled apple, white peach, toasty brioche and a hint of butter. Nicely composed with integrated acidity, a slightly creamy texture, flavors of apple, nectarine, white peach and a hint of butterscotch, finishing with a node to citrus on a refreshing finish. Score: 90. Reviewed August 16, 2016 WINERY » ARTICLE »

2014 Small Vines Estate Cuvée Russian River Valley Pinot Noir

13.5% alc., pH 3.72, TA 0.55, RS 0.5 g/L, 360 cases, $65. A proprietor’s blend of favorite barrels from Baranoff, Fassler, Old Mill, MK and TBH vineyards. Organically farmed by Small Vines Viticulture. 2722-3630 vines per acre planted in red sandy clay loam and Goldridge sandy loam. Yields 1.0-2.0 lbs per vine. Dijon 113, 114, 115, 667, 777 and 943. Harvest Brix 22.9º-24.8º. 50% whole cluster. 3 to 5-day cold soak, on skins 14-21 days, native primary fermentation and malolactic fermentation. 100% free run aged 15 months on fine lees in French oak barrels, 37.5% new. Bottled unfined and unfiltered. · Moderately light reddish purple color in the glass. Clean aromas of forest air, black cherry and hay bale. On the palate, the wine aims to please with forward leaning flavors of black cherry, plum and pomegranate accented with sweet oak. The whole cluster inclusion compliments the experience. The tannins are balanced and the easy-going, sleek finish satisfies. This is an entirely different experience than the Sonoma Coast bottling because of clonal differences. Score: 91. Reviewed August 16, 2016 WINERY » ARTICLE »

2014 Small Vines TBH Vineyard Sonoma Coast Chardonnay

13.7% alc., pH 3.13, TA 0.77, RS 1.4 g/L, 347 cases, $72. Released August 2016. Sourced from The Barlow Homestead (TBH) vineyard located on a cool and windy ridge top in Sebastopol. Hyde Wente and Kistler Mt Eden Wente selections planted in Goldridge sandy loam in 2009, 4’ x 3’ (3630 vines per acre). Harvest Brix 21.8º-23.6º. Whole cluster pressed slowly and gently, barrel fermented with native yeast and native malolactic fermentation, aged 10 months on fine lees with minimal stirring. 100% French oak barrels, 7% new. Bottled unfined and unfiltered. · Moderately light golden straw color in the glass. Aromas of apple, mango, vanilla creme and butter lead to a delicious core of fresh peach, apple, honey and lemony citrus flavors. Noticeably more vibrancy and “minerality” than the Sonoma Coast bottling with more attack and finishing length. Score: 92. Reviewed August 16, 2016 WINERY » ARTICLE »

2014 Small Vines TBH Vineyard Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir

13.2% alc., pH 3.52, TA 0.57, RS 0.4 g/L, 309 cases, $82. Released August 2016. Vineyard planted in 2009 on a cool and windy ridge top in Sebastopol. Organically farmed, Goldridge sandy loam soils. 4 feet x 3 feet vine spacing (3630 vines per acre). Yields 1.5 lbs per vine. Calera, Pommard, Swan and 943. Harvest Brix 22.3º-24.4º. 3 to 5-day cold soak, native primary and malolactic fermentations, on skins 14-18 days, pre and post fermentation maceration, aged 15 months on fine lees in French oak barrels, 23% new. Bottled unfined and unfiltered. · Moderate reddish purple color in the glass. The nose offers a lovely blend of black cherry fruit and a savory note of herbs. The black cherry and blueberrypomegranate flavors really wake up the mouth. Moderately bold, with firm tannins, complimentary oak, with spice and dried herbs in the background. A marvelous wine that perfectly balances fruit and savoriness. Even more dazzling the following day when tasted from a previously opened and re-corked bottle. Score: 96. Reviewed August 16, 2016 WINERY » ARTICLE »

2014 Small Vines TBH Vineyard Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir

13.2% alc., 109 cases, $82. · Moderate garnet color in the glass. Nicely perfumed with aromas of dark red cherry, plum, fragrant mulch and fertile earth that hold up over time in the glass. The lightest and most delicate of the three TBH vintages tasted here, yet has redeeming mid weight flavors of black cherry and purple berry with a bit of toasty oak in the background. Comforting in the mouth, with a round mouthfeel, and an invigorating liveliness. Score: 93. Reviewed December 11, 2018 WINERY » ARTICLE »