In the movie, Sideways, Miles’ reflective treatise on Pinot Noir (below) was largely responsible for a huge growth in its nation-wide popularity. Amazing what two minutes of screen time can do for a lonely grape varietal!
“Pinot is a hard grape to grow. As you know... Pinot needs constant care and attention and in fact can only grow in specific little tucked-away corners of the world.”

Made with carefully selected fruit, the California appellation allowed the winemaker to choose the best fruit from each region, which acts as the foundation of this fruit forward style of Pinot Noir. Our winemaker, working in close partnership with the viticulturists, created an intensely flavorful Pinot Noir that reflects the terrior of the regions.

To protect the flavors of the fruit, the grapes were harvested in the cool of the morning and cold soaked for five to seven days prior to fermentation. Fermentation occurred at about 80 degrees Fahrenheit, with special attention given to the balance between fruit, weight, and texture. During the latter stages of fermentation, the tannin and flavor profile were closely guided to avoid harsh tannins from the seeds and skins.

The winemaker’s aim was to gently guide the flavors and components along their journey from vineyard to the bottle, resulting in a wine that is approachable while retaining the hallmark fruit-forward characteristics of Sideways Pinot Noir.

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