VINEYARD: Yount Mill Vineyard - 100% Pinot Meunier
WINEMAKING: The grapes were harvested at 20 brix, direct-pressed, and settled overnight and fermented in a combination of stainless steel and neutral oak barrels. The wine was then aged for 5 months in barrel and an additional 40 months before disgorging by hand. 12.6% Alc./Vol. Zero dosage.
TASTING NOTES: Raspberry, Lemon Zest, Rhubarb, King Trumpet
WHY WE LIKE IT: The Yount Mill Vineyard, first planted in 1903, is firmly rooted in the rich agricultural history of Napa Valley. Today, this organically farmed site offers a rare home for Pinot Meunier—an unconventional choice in Napa, yet one that thrives in this cooler microclimate.
Morning fog and coastal breezes preserve natural acidity, while gravelly, alluvial soils provide excellent drainage and structure. The result is a beautifully balanced grape, ideal for crafting a powerfully elegant traditional method sparkling wine.
