The Stanley Ranch is known for capturing great Pinot Noir fruit. The wine saw 18 months in French oak barrels (70% new). The winemaker utilizes a Burgundian style here with mushroom and forest floor on the nose, alongside raspberry and red cherry. The palate has flavors of raspberry, red cherry and mushroom. Nice density and weight, alongside vibrant minerality. This drinks quite differently than its Carneros counterpart and can benefit from another year in the bottle. (Best 2016-2022) - August, 2015 (OB)
Wine Specifications
- Report Date: August, 2015
- Producer: Merryvale Vineyards
- Vintage: 2012
- Drinking Window: 2015-2022
- Estimated Value: $65
- Country: United States
- Region: California
- Appellation:Sonoma County
- Importer: NA