Cobb Pinot Noir Coastlands Vineyard: Diane Cobb 2006 750ml
750ml: $88.00
The Vineyard
When Coastlands was first being planted in 1989, very few varieties of pinot noir were available commercially, and fewer still tried under conditions on the edge of the continent. Working with the University of California at Davis, Diane Cobb established a University licensed nursery block at Coastlands that contained over 20 relatively unknown pinot noir varieties. In 1996 Diane doubled the nursery block with a single pinot noir variety she thought was both especially flavorful and well-suited for our coastal climate. The "Diane Cobb" designate pinot noir commemorates her life at Coastlands, the love of her family, and her 1.5 acres of vines that now yield such a lovely, complex, and thoroughly unique wine.
Tasting Notes
Winemaker's notes: Very dark ruby color. Exceptionally aromatic and with flavors of dark and red fruits including raspberry and concentrated plum; white pepper, vanilla, minerals, and flint. A long, crisp finish.
Dan Berger’s Vintage Experiences
Issue 23, July 16, 2009
“Exceptional”
“Simply superb aroma of roses, cherries, and faint hints of black pepper and tobacco. Round and rich entry, great acidity. A lighter weight, near-perfect example of Sonoma County Pinot. Limited amounts left of [this] extraordinary wine.”
Technical Notes
145 cases produced. 16 months in barrel. 40% new French oak. 13.9% alcohol.
