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2020 Reserve Pinot Noir - Anderson Valley

History
A "reserve" wine must meet the highest standards to warrant the extra care and attention necessary in the winery. At Husch, we select our reserve wine from the vineyard blocks that prove to be each vintage's standouts. Once selected, each lot is given special handling and aged in our favorite French oak barrels. Building a blend from the shining stars in the winery lets Anderson Valley Pinot show its most exciting qualities.

Winemaking
We had a slow and steady ripening season in 2020, which produced vibrant fruit with smooth, mature tannins. The grapes selected for this wine came from a mixture of the Anderson Valley's northern, southern, and central areas. Hand-picked in the cool of the night and fermented in small open-top fermenters, the grapes were punched down by hand 2-3 times per day. About half of these fermenters were partial whole-cluster ferments, with some of the berries kept on the stem intact. This year's Reserve Pinot Noir is a barrel selection from some of our best vineyard blocks aged in French Oak for ten months. 

Tasting Notes
Our 2020 Reserve Pinot Noir showcases what makes Anderson Valley exceptional for growing Pinot Noir. Luscious red fruit aromas of bing cherry and wild strawberry meld with the fragrant floral hints of violets, and earth-bound notes of clove and cedar. Smooth, supple tannins and harmonious acidity gives this wine a richness and balance that can only be found in a reserve. It is also a show-stopper when paired with manchego cheese, smoked salmon, lamb chops, or Cassoulet.

Husch Vineyards
Tasting Room: 4400 Hwy 128, Philo, CA 95466
Mail Address: PO Box 189, Talmage, CA 95481
Open Daily 10am to 5pm
1-800-554-8724
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