Vineyard: McConnell

Articles mentioning wines produced from this vineyard

Sips of Recently Tasted Wines (10.50 3/8/2017)
California Pinot Noir Worth Toasting (11.20 3/15/2018)

Wineries sourcing from this vineyard

Sante Arcangeli Family Wines

Reviewed wines produced from this vineyard

2016 Sante Arcangeli Santa Cruz Mountains Rosé of Pinot Noir

13.5% alc., 75 cases, $25. A combination of direct pressed grapes (Dalardi Vineyard) and saignée (McConnell Vineyard, Lester Family Vineyard and Saveria Vineyard). Harvest Brix 23.0º-24.5º. Swan, “828,” 115, 777, 2A and 667 clones. Native and M83 yeast fermented. Aged 4 months on the lees in stainless steel. · Pale pink color in the glass. Aromas of cherry, strawberry and dried herbs lead to a clean and crisp tasting wine with flavors of cherry, strawberry, peach, melon and savory herbs. Very satisfying with a good cut of acidity and a burst of fruit on the finish. Score: 89. Reviewed March 6, 2017 WINERY » ARTICLE »

2016 Sante Arcangeli Integrato Barrel Selection Santa Cruz Mountains Pinot Noir

14.1% alc., 350 cases, $39. Sourced from Lester Family, McConnell, Saveria and Herr vineyards. A barrel selection from single-vineyard lots. Clones 2A, Swan, “828,” 667,115 and Mt. Eden. Harvest Brix 23.0º-25.0º. 95% de-stemmed. 10% saignee. Native and inoculated yeast fermentation. Aged 10 months on lees in French oak barrels, 33% new. Filtered at bottling. · Moderately light garnet color in the glass. Leading off are aromas of black cherry, toast and pipe smoke. The barrel management is more commendable in this mid weight wine featuring a core of vivacious black cherry and black raspberry fruits. The attack has purpose, the tannins are harmonious, the appealing texture is sleek, and the finish is highly notable for its intensity. Score: 90. Reviewed March 17, 2018 WINERY » ARTICLE »