- 100% Pinot Noir
- Blue Slide Ridge Vineyard (Fort Ross-Seaview AVA)
- Acquired in 1994, planted in 1995
- Vineyard is Josephine and Goldridge soils (Well drained clay loams) and planted to clones 115, 667, 777 and X
- Native yeast fermentation
- Fermented in 100% neutral French oak with full malolactic fermentation, on the lees with daily battonage
- Aged in 50% new French oak for 10 months
- 292 cases produced
Info
Producer:
Vintage:
2022
Country:
United States
Region:
California
Appellation:
West Sonoma Coast
Variety:
Pinot Noir
Color:
Red
Farming Practice:
Certified Sustainable
Sizes Available
| Full Bottle | US-MTN-46-22 | 12/750ml |
Press & Reviews
Jeb Dunnuck
Score
95
Date
2024-06-28
"Bright ruby red hue with a light youthful haze, the 2022 Pinot Noir Blue Slide Ridge reveals a spicy aromatic profile with lovely fresh lift, delivering beautifully layered aromas of toasted spices, grenadine, violets, and fresh forest earth. Named for the blue clay in the vineyard, it's an approachable red with ripe tannins and a lovely, graceful feel on the palate. Drink 2024-2037."
Wine Advocate
Score
93
Date
2024-10-10
"The 2022 Pinot Noir Blue Slide Ridge has inviting aromas of pomegranate, red cherry, orange peel, violet and tea leaves. The light-bodied palate is silky and mouthwatering with concentrated layers of fruit and spice and a long, nuanced finish. 293 cases were made."
REVIEWS FROM PAST VINTAGES
2023
Wine Advocate
Score
96
Date
2025-08-07
"The 2023 Pinot Noir Blue Slide Ridge comes from vines planted in 1995. It has complex aromas of raspberry, strawberry, orange peel, Fernet and woodsy perfume. The medium-bodied palate features concentrated, crunchy flavors. It's framed by silky tannins and vibrant acidity and has a long, layered finish. A total of 237 cases were made, and it will be released in August 2025."
2023
Wine Spectator
Score
94
Date
2025-09-30
"Delivers a lovely core of gently mulled mulberry and raspberry fruit notes backed by red licorice, rooibos tea and rose hip details. The long, graceful finish lets everything play out prettily, with blood orange and mineral hints chiming in the background. Drink now through 2032. 237 cases made."