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.