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2021 Salty Goats Coastline Project West Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir
13.5% alc., 265 cases, $60. A blend of
a Fort Ross-Seaview vineyard and Annapolis vineyard. The Fort Ross-Seaview vineyard was planted in 2002
3.5 miles from the Pacific Ocean at an elevation of 1000 feet. Selections planted are Calera and Schoolhouse.
The Annapolis vineyard was planted in 2005 and sites at an elevation of 1,200-1,600 feet 5 miles inland from
the Pacific Ocean. Soil is Goldridge sandy loam. Clones are 115 and faux 828. Native yeast fermentation in
stainless steel, 14 days on the skins, 25% whole cluster. Aged 12 months in French oak barrels, 20% new.
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Moderately dark garnet color in the glass. Aromas of purple and black berry compost along with a crisp ocean
breeze perfume. Mid-weight plus in style, with discretely rich flavors of blueberry and boysenberry, and a
slightly confected raspberry note. Fresh, with balancing tannins, and a deft hint of oak, some savory
earthiness, and finishing with good fruit richness along with the slightest astringency.
Score: 92.
Reviewed December 3, 2022
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2021 Salty Goats Fort Ross-Seaview West Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir
13.3% alc., 150 cases, $75. The
Fort Ross-Seaview vineyard was planted in 2002 and organically farmed by Greg Adams and his team. The
site is located at 900 feet elevation and surrounded by a redwood forest protecting the vineyard from coastal
winds. Soil is hard sandstone and quartz. Selections are Calera and Schoolhouse. Native yeast fermentation in
stainless steel, 14 days on the skins and 35% whole cluster. Aged 12 months in French oak barrels, 25% new.
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Moderately dark garnet color in the glass. Reserved aromas of black raspberry, boysenberry, earthy flora, and
a hint of toasty oak. Similar to the Coastline Project but with more charm, a longer finish, and more appealing
acidity on the finish that gives the wine lift and energy. The wine is packed with spiced dark cherry and
raspberry flavors and there is an interesting saltiness. This wine is still very young and will need a few years in
the cellar to fully reach full acclaim.
Score: 93.
Reviewed December 3, 2022
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2021 Salty Goats Coastline Project West Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir
13.5% alc., 265 cases, $60. A blend of a Fort Ross-Seaview vineyard and Annapolis vineyard. The Fort Ross-Seaview vineyard was planted in 2002 3.5 miles from the Pacific Ocean at an elevation of 1000 feet. Selections planted are Calera and Schoolhouse. The Annapolis vineyard was planted in 2005 and sites at an elevation of 1,200-1,600 feet 5 miles inland from the Pacific Ocean. Soil is Goldridge sandy loam. Clones are 115 and faux 828. Native yeast fermentation in stainless steel, 14 days on the skins, 25% whole cluster. Aged 12 months in French oak barrels, 20% new. · Moderately dark garnet color in the glass. Aromas of purple and black berry compost along with a crisp ocean breeze perfume. Mid-weight plus in style, with discretely rich flavors of blueberry and boysenberry, and a slightly confected raspberry note. Fresh, with balancing tannins, and a deft hint of oak, some savory earthiness, and finishing with good fruit richness along with the slightest astringency. Score: 92. Reviewed December 3, 2022 ARTICLE »
2021 Salty Goats Fort Ross-Seaview West Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir
13.3% alc., 150 cases, $75. The Fort Ross-Seaview vineyard was planted in 2002 and organically farmed by Greg Adams and his team. The site is located at 900 feet elevation and surrounded by a redwood forest protecting the vineyard from coastal winds. Soil is hard sandstone and quartz. Selections are Calera and Schoolhouse. Native yeast fermentation in stainless steel, 14 days on the skins and 35% whole cluster. Aged 12 months in French oak barrels, 25% new. · Moderately dark garnet color in the glass. Reserved aromas of black raspberry, boysenberry, earthy flora, and a hint of toasty oak. Similar to the Coastline Project but with more charm, a longer finish, and more appealing acidity on the finish that gives the wine lift and energy. The wine is packed with spiced dark cherry and raspberry flavors and there is an interesting saltiness. This wine is still very young and will need a few years in the cellar to fully reach full acclaim. Score: 93. Reviewed December 3, 2022 ARTICLE »