Peay

Estate Pinot Noir

2020

Sonoma

California

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Varietal

Pinot Noir

Quality

Organic

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Palate Character

Smooth & Silky

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Pinot Noir

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GRAPE VARIETAL(S)

Pinot Noir

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Pinot Noir is arguably the most revered grape variety in the world with origins in Burgundy, France where the best expressions can still be found. Pinot Noir is not only a tough grape to grow, it also shows miniscule differences in terroir arguably more than any other grape variety. Stylistically, it is generally higher in acid and lower in tannin but can vary depending on the location, and winemaking technique. It is very versatile with food, and shows a range of flavor from red and black fruit, floral, spice, earth, and mineral qualities.

Country / State

California

Region

Sonoma

Producer

Peay

Vintage

2020

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Peay Vineyards

Sonoma Coast

Peay Vineyards is a family-run operation. Nick Peay and his wife Vanessa make the wine while his brother Andy Peay sells the wine.

Peay was one of the early movers to this northwestern part of the Sonoma Coast in 1996 in search of a cooler climate and long growing season. This organically farmed hilltop vineyard is defined by its microclimate of cool breezes and position at the top of the fog line from the nearby Pacific Ocean.

Peay wines are a labor of love. This microclimate, where it takes patience for grapes to ripen, results in highly structured, intensely flavored wines full of character and nuance.