Category: | Red Wines |
Sub-Category: | Red Wines |
Producer: | Hirsch Vineyards |
Label Name: | San Andreas Fault Pinot Noir |
Vintage: | 2021 |
Country: | United States |
Region: | Fort Ross-Seaview, West Sonoma Coast (Sonoma County, California) |
Volume: | 1500ml |
ABV: | 13.5% |
Grape(s): | Pinot Noir |
Acidity: | 4 |
Tannins: | 2 |
Sweetness: | 1 |
Body: | 3 |
Length: | 4 |
Aroma Intensity: | 4 |
Best Temperature: | 14-16°C |
Awards/Ratings
James Suckling 96; Decanter 96; Jeb Dunnuck 94; Vinous 94; Wine Advocate 93; Wine & Spirits 93. Reviews and scores for the 2021 San Andreas Fault appear in multiple outlets
Tasting Note
Fresh red cherries, crushed strawberries, ripe peach, wet stone, anise and mint; juicy, concentrated palate of dark plum skin, dried goji berry and a hint of baking chocolate; long, persistent finish.
Food Pairing
Western: roast duck, mushroom risotto, pan-seared salmon, pork tenderloin, mushroom and herb focaccia. Asian: miso-glazed black cod, char siu pork, Peking duck, shiitake ramen, teriyaki chicken.
Production Method
Estate fruit vinified block-by-block, blended from ~34 parcels; biodynamic farming; aged in French oak (~34% new). Cellar 1+ years recommended.
Vineyard Info
Hirsch Vineyards (David Hirsch) established planting in 1980 on 72 estate acres divided into many blocks; converted to biodynamic farming (completed ~2014); known for site-specific Pinot Noir from the True Sonoma Coast.