Claiborne and Churchill Runestone Pinot Noir 2022 Red Wine
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Claiborne & Churchill Runestone Pinot Noir 2022
Edna Valley, CA
750 ml
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Truly a family-run winery, these folks are very enthusiastic about their winemaking. Since 1983 they have been making wonderful Edna Valley wines (of course we’re partial to their Pinots). Interestingly, their winery is the first “straw bale” building ever constructed in California. The 16” thick walls are filled with rice straw, which is a perfect insulator!
The “Runestone” is a delicious, barrel-select Pinot made from 3 different Edna Valley vineyards; a mixture of volcanic and sandy soil, great for creating stellar, complex-flavored Pinot Noirs! This is one of those small–production gems we love to unearth! Just 165 cases made.
FROM THE WINERY
One of the most fascinating aspects of winemaking is the process by which the winemaker uses his or her skills to craft a perfect blend. The wine we call “Runestone” is the pinnacle of our Pinot Noir production, and for more than three decades our Runestone Pinot has reflected our winemaker’s ability to identify and showcase the standout barrels of Pinot Noir in our cellar. Such is the case with our 2022 Runestone Pinot Noir.
This beautiful Pinot Noir leads with its pronounced aromas of festive spices, sweet tobacco, and dried cranberries. The palate shows spiced chutney, baked cherry, sweet spice, and a tantalizing oak presence. The wine’s soft tannins, layered textures, and ample heft suggest promising aging potential over the next 4-6 years. Enjoy it with duck breast, baked brie, or roast turkey.
ALCOHOL 14.2%
HARVESTED Sept 2-17, 2022
VINEYARDS 14% Twin Creeks, 29% Greengate Ranch, and 57% Spanish Springs
CLONES 114, 2A, 115, 943
AGING Barrel Aged in 29% New French Oak barrels for 10 months
BOTTLED August 15, 2023
CASES PRODUCED 165