Hirsch Vineyards East Ridge Estate Pinot Noir 2016 SparklingThe East Ridge is one of the oldest and most unique sections of the Hirsch Vineyard. It is a topographically distinct micro site within the Hirsch Vineyard, beginning at an elevation of 1,600 feet, before sloping steeply into the eastern canyon. Fog gathers in the canyon at night, and during the day the cool ocean breezes circulate amongst the vines. However it is often the first place the fog burns off in the morning, making it a relatively protected
particularly the Central Coast
blown volcanic ash from Vesuvius inland giving the soil here a volcanic character rich in minerals and trace elements
This emblematic red by Bandol’s finest producer combines the power and rusticity of 30-40 years old vine Mourvédre with the elegance and finesse characterising all the wines of Domaine Tempier
plus younger grapes from our own vineyards in two villages in the province of Valladolid
Vertente is made with grapes from 25 year old vineyards of Quinta de Nápoles and old vines planted on the banks of the Pinhão river
Winemaking process is carried out in stainless steel tanks and macerated from 15 to 20 days
Bollinger uses grapes that come from 80% premier and grand cru vineyards
their family business has three generations of winemaking experience behind it
Described by Steven Spurrier as “Croatia’s best winemaker”
he handed over the management of the estate and winery to his daughter Miriam
a small speck of quality in an ocean of often less than adequate wines
providing good exposure to achieve ripeness
