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We Believe In Clones For The Best Wine
2007 Pinot Noir production began September 28, 2007 and lasted into the last week of October. We brought in 15 tons; 6.2 tons of the Pommard clone, 3.2 tons of the 777 clone, 2.13 tons of the 114 clone, 1.5 tons of the 115 clone and 2 tons of the 667 clone.
Our grapes fermented for 21 days. We pressed the grapes and then aged the juice in French oak barrels: 25% new oak and 75% neutral. Our blend is 41% Pommard, 22% 777, 14% 114, 10% 115 and 13% 667 clone.
Topping every 14 days, periodically stirring and observing the wine going thru malolactic fermentation. Upon completion of the malolactic fermentation; we racked, blended and returned the juice to clean barrels. This process allows the wine to clarify itself, tannins to soften and the wine to develop its own beautiful characteristics and fruit flavors. We bottled the 2007 Pinot Noir on August 19, 2008. Produced 847 cases.
Caitlyn & Connor and grandpa
getting the barrels ready for harvest
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Tasting Notes
In general, the 2007 Oregon Pinot Noir’s are lighter, more elegant, higher in acid and “minerality” and lower in alcohol. This vintage is taking its sweet time coming around, but for those of us that are patient, the 2007 vintage is one of the better ones, and will age beautifully.
Redman Wines 2007 Pinot Noir is true to Pinot Noir fruit. A classic Pinot Noir with red cherry, red raspberry and strawberry. Your palate experiences a chorus of flavors that go with a variety of food. This 2007 food friendly Pinot Noir goes with pork, chicken, turkey, and fish, especially salmon. Pairs well with creamy pasta, too!
The Redman enthusiasm and passion continues and reveals itself in this approachably priced, delicious and complex wine. $30. per bottle/$324. per case includes a 10% case discount. See Place Your Order page for purchase options. |
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