Starts out with delicate cherry, watermelon and spice notes and then firms up nicely, with minerally tannins that offer a hint of spice. Drink now through 2011. 187 cases made. ûJL WEB ONLY 2008

This vineyard is situated on the southeastern border of Anderson Valley in a cool pocket amongst the redwoods. This stunning vineyard is located on a steep southeastern slope at an elevation of approximately 850 feet. The soils consist of a relatively light orange like shale and clay. The Weir Vineyard is approximately 15 acres of vineyard planted to some of the more rare Pinot Noir clone selections seen today in California. The grapes used from this vineyard in 2006 were carefully chosen. Two heirloom clones were used; One from a Domain Romanee Conti selection and one from the Rochioli River Block selection that was planted for Burt Williams in 1992 that is still used by Williams Selyem winery today.

Bill Weir, the owner is known as somewhat of a Burgundy fanatic and has strived to produce old world character in his north coast vineyard. This site brings forth an elevated fruit quality that is an absolute pleasure to work with. We look forward to many vintages to come from this pedigreed site.