Cakebread Cellars 2015 Two Creeks Vineyards Pinot Noir
Over 30 years ago, Jack Cakebread came to photograph the Napa Valley for a book and while there, he casually mentioned his interest in one day owning a vineyard to some family friends who had a ranch in Rutherford. When he returned home that afternoon, the phone rang and it was the family friends offering to sell their property. He headed back up to the valley that same afternoon to make his best offer, and Cakebread Cellars was born. Today, the winery owns 13 sites totaling 982 acres, 460 of which are currently planted. The Cakebread Website is full of interesting information and loaded with recipes, lots of great recipes, so be sure to check out the website, you won’t be disappointed.
Had this at a restaurant, went well with the Sushi Grade Tuna I ordered! A blend from 2 different Vineyards (52% Apple Barn & 48% Annahala) and aged for 10 months in French oak (37% new). Aromas red and dark berry fruits with earthy spice notes. On the palate, raspberry, cherry and plum flavors, rich and complex with nice mouthfeel, integrated spice and oak. Fine smooth tannins with good balance of acidity has plenty of room to develop. Lingering finish, an outstanding wine.
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