Wine By Nine

Red Wine by Stemmler from Carneros, California. Robert Stemmler Estate Pinot Noir is a culmination of the diversities of their property in Carneros. The 2004 is a blend of six different blocks reflecting several soil types, sun exposures, vine age and clone (5 - 30 years old vines. Martini, Hanzell, Roederer, Dijon clonal selections.) It is this diversity that creates their most complex Pinot Noir. Aromas of raspberry puree, cherry compote, fresh herbs and red licorice. Tight and focused fruit on the palate with layers of red currant, wild blackberries and juicy blueberry balanced by fresh acidity.