Joseph Phelps Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir Freestone Vineyards 2022 ALTCALI From the importer: Ripe cherries

From the importer: Ripe cherries are harvested in June and immediately placed in stainless steel for fermentation that lasts for 9–10 days

100 feet on an east-facing exposure

so this is a rare chance to drink Morey-quality winemaking without the Morey ask

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Joseph Phelps Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir Freestone Vineyards 2022 ALTCALI From the importer: Ripe cherriesIn the late 1990s, when few dared plant Pinot in Freestone, Joseph Phelps pioneered the true Sonoma Coast movement. The 2022 from organically tended estate vineyards ferments with 10% whole clusters and rests in 35% new oak, emerging with red cherry, pipe tobacco, mushroom, and dark spice. Medium bodied, supple, and juicya wine that opens doors to discovery.