the pinot noir
Griffin's Lair Vineyard's first, very small, harvest was in 2001, from the benchgrafted clones 667 and 115. Dave Lattin of Craven-Lattin Wines produced a vineyard designate from the 667; the 115 went to Gary Farrell, who bottled a portion as a vineyard designate. In 2002, the field-grafted Swan and Pommard blocks yielded their first harvest, and we were on our way!
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Belle Glos: Joseph Wagner, the genius behind Belle Glos wines, is a "wine brat" who grew up in the Caymus vineyards and winery. He uses our 667 and 115 in his Sonoma Coast blend, and as a vineyard-designate in the exclusive Gambit series… when the wine cooperates. Gambit wines must evolve from start to finish without sulfur additions, thus exhibiting pure pinot noir characteristics uncompromised by SO2. A Griffin's Lair Gambit pinot was produced in 2006, and we hope to earn the honor again. www.belleglos.com |
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Craven-Lattin Wines: Dave Lattin helped us establish our vineyard and we are grateful for his friendship and his valuable advice throughout the years. He produced a vineyard designated pinot of our Pommard and Swan from 2001 thru 2008. Dave is now making renowned wines at Kuleto Estates. |
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Longfellow: a small program by two Bay Area residents, formerly from Maryland, with Rolando Herrera (Mi Sueno Wines) as their winemaker. The Longfellow pinot noir, featuring a delicious combination of our 667 and Pommard, has been produced since 2003. www.longfellowwines.com |
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Roessler Cellars: Roger and Richard Roessler have developed an impressive program of vineyard-designated pinot noirs and appellation blends (chardonnays as well) that have earned high praise and top reviews. Our Pommard, Swan, and 115 make up a vineyard-designate pinot, with a portion of each vintage contributing to La Brisa, their wonderful Sonoma Coast blend. Scott Shapley is their talented young winemaker. www.roesslercellars.com |
