2012 Pinot Noir Bald Mountain
Bald Mountain Vineyard
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Wine Specs
Vintage
2012
Varietal
Pinot Noir
Appellation
Ben Lomond Mountain
Vineyard Designation
Bald Mountain Vineyard
Harvest Date
October 15th, 2012
pH
3.7
Aging
50% New American Oak
Bottling Date
September 2013
Alcohol %
14.1
Wine Enthusiast
91
Wine Advocate
92
Wine Profile
Tasting Notes
In the glass: strawberry, rose petal, a smokiness & light violet
In the mouth: raspberry, red cherry, cranberry & a light earthiness
The Finish: spice, dust, balanced tannins & acid
Awards
Gold Medal - 12th Annual Pinot Noir Shoot (2013) and Beverage Tasting Institute 89 points
Vineyard Notes
Bald Mountain Vineyard, located in Bonny Doon, is owned and farmed by Jim Beauregard. Planted in 1990, the 40 acre vineyard sits at an elevation of 920 to 1050 feet on a southwest facing slope. Monterey Bay marine influences combine with the rare white sandy Zayante soil to produces wines with minerality and striking acidity. Plantings: 33 acres Chardonnay Clone 4. Seven acres of Pinot Noir, clones of Pommard, 667 & Mt. Eden.
Production Notes
336 cases were produced. The fruit was de-stemmed to an open top tank where Native yeast took hold.