COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2021
GRAPE
Pinot Noir
PRODUCER
Domaine de la Côte
REGION
California
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
Medium - High
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Domaine de la Côte Bloom's Field Pinot Noir 2021 is a single-vineyard expression from the Sta. Rita Hills appellation in California. Situated on the western edge of the appellation, the Bloom's Field vineyard benefits from a southwest-facing hillside and unique iron-rich soils with shale bedrock. The vineyard is planted with heritage Pinot Noir clones at very high densities. The winemaking philosophy at Domaine de la Côte, led by Raj Parr and Sashi Moorman, emphasizes minimal intervention, aiming to capture the purest expression of the terroir. The 2021 vintage was a favorable growing season in California, contributing to the wine's fruit character and structure.
ALCOHOL
13.1%
AVG. PRICE
STYLE
Natural
VEGAN
YES
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Later
Ideal temperature
14-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Vineyard planted at extremely high densities (4,000-7,000 vines/acre).
Fact 02
Soils are rich in iron and volcanic minerals.
Fact 03
Vineyard faces a southwest hillside for optimal sun exposure.
Fact 04
Wines fermented with native yeasts in concrete tanks.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The Bloom's Field Pinot Noir 2021 is produced using 100% whole cluster fermentation in open concrete tanks with native yeasts. Following fermentation, the wine undergoes 12 months of aging in French oak, with 30% new oak used. The grapes are sourced from organically farmed vineyards within the Sta. Rita Hills appellation. The harvest was conducted before severe heat in the 2021 vintage to preserve acidity. The winemaking approach prioritizes minimal intervention to reflect the vineyard's terroir.
