Foris Pinot Noir

Our 2018 Pinot Noir is 100% estate, from our Cedar Ranch and Maple Ranch vineyards. The fruit was hand-harvested at night time temperatures, de-stemmed, and fermented whole berry in small open-top fermentation bins. The three-quarter-ton bins are gently punched down for the duration of the 10 to 14-day fermentation. Once primary fermentation is complete, the wine is racked to French oak barrels (15% once filled) for 10 months of barrel aging. Deep ruby red in the glass, our 2018 Estate Pinot Noir is fragrant with aromas of plum, fresh herb, and an enticing, signature floral note. Medium-bodied on the palate, it offers a mixture of raspberry, berry compote, mocha and white pepper with good persistence and acidity.