De Loach Vineyards COTE de LOACH Pinot Noir Sonoma County
Where it's from:
USA, California, Sonoma County
Price per case:
£107.88
Bottles per case:
12 x 75 cl
Style:
Powerful Reds
Description:
De Loach, based in the Russian River Valley, is now owned by the Burgundy producer Boisset and this French influence can be seen in the styles of the wines produced. Elegant, classic cherry fruit with some good gamey Pinot complexity. (12 x 75 cl)
Region:
USA, California, Sonoma County
Producer:
De Loach Vineyards
Product ID:
200626
De Loach Pinot Noir Russian River Valley California
Description: To create the Russian River Valley Pinot Noir, grapes were hand-harvested from DeLoach vineyards. Crafted using traditional Burgundian techniques, including fermentation in small tanks, hand punch-downs and ageing in 60-gallon French oak barrels, this Pinot Noir is an elegant example of this varietal. The cool, foggy Russian River Valley climate allows for slow ripening, enabling the grapes to develop full flavour maturation over an extended time. As a result this wine offers classic Russian River Valley aromas of cola with dark fruit and notes of barrel spice. Flavours of black cherry, violet and a note of cinnamon unfold on the palate as the silky smooth, supple finish glides across the palate. The Russian River Valley has come to be known as 'America's Burgundy,' and DeLoach is proud to have been an important factor in this distinction. Purchased by Boisset in 2003 and the appointment of new winemaker Greg La Follette marked the start of their return to form for DeLoach. Greg is a Pinot specialist, as his background would suggest, and these are the wines that are the most distinctive in the De Loach range. (12 x 75 cl) Price: £168.62
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De Loach CALIFORNIA SERIES Pinot Noir California
Description: For the 'California' series, DeLoach combine their Russian River Valley wines with those from selected premier growing regions in California. Each is carefully made and bottled at DeLoach estate facility and proudly the our family name. This Pinot Noir was crafted from select vineyards in the Central Coast appellations where coastal fog and cool evenings create the perfect environment for extended ripening. As a result this wine is an intense red cherry colour showing clove and shitake mushroom aromas. This wine has a light acidity and soft tannin structure, while delectable flavours of strawberry and rhubarb with notes of vanilla and smoke evolve on the palate culminating in a long smooth finish. The Russian River Valley has come to be known as 'America's Burgundy,' and DeLoach is proud to have been an important factor in this distinction. Purchased by Boisset in 2003 and the appointment of new winemaker Greg La Follette marked the start of their return to form for DeLoach. Greg is a Pinot specialist, as his background would suggest, and these are the wines that are the most distinctive in the De Loach range. (12 x 75 cl) Price: £112.89
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De Loach CALIFORNIA SERIES Pinot Noir California
Description: For the 'California' series, DeLoach combine their Russian River Valley wines with those from selected premier growing regions in California. Each is carefully made and bottled at DeLoach estate facility and proudly the our family name. This Pinot Noir was crafted from select vineyards in the Central Coast appellations where coastal fog and cool evenings create the perfect environment for extended ripening. As a result this wine is an intense red cherry colour showing clove and shitake mushroom aromas. This wine has a light acidity and soft tannin structure, while delectable flavours of strawberry and rhubarb with notes of vanilla and smoke evolve on the palate culminating in a long smooth finish. The Russian River Valley has come to be known as 'America's Burgundy,' and DeLoach is proud to have been an important factor in this distinction. Purchased by Boisset in 2003 and the appointment of new winemaker Greg La Follette marked the start of their return to form for DeLoach. Greg is a Pinot specialist, as his background would suggest, and these are the wines that are the most distinctive in the De Loach range. (12 x 75 cl) Price: £112.59
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De Loach GREEN VALLEY Pinot Noir Sonoma County California
Description: This quintessential Green Valley Pinot Noir boasts dark ruby red hues that open to a bright fruit nose with earthy aromas and a smattering of spice. Followed on the palate by flavors of pomegranate, cherries, raspberry, leather, and crushed rose petals that burst in the mouth and continuously evolve as the wine breathes. A well-structured wine, it is ready to drink now and will age beautifully for up to 10 years. Located in the western hills of the Russian River Valley, Green Valley is one of Sonoma County's coolest regions. Blankets of fog pushed over from the Pacific Ocean chill the otherwise hot summer evening air and ensure temperate mornings. The valley's optimal weather conditions extend the growing season and produce concentrated berries while soils rich in minerals from an ancient seabed infuse the fruit with nuanced flavours. Green Valley is a blend from several vineyards in the Green Valley appellation. The vineyards represent different clones, each of which contributes something unique to the finished wine. Each vineyard site has been carefully selected to display the bright, crystalline fruit, which is characteristic of classic Green Valley Pinot Noir. The Russian River Valley has come to be known as 'America's Burgundy,' and DeLoach is proud to have been an important factor in this distinction. Purchased by Boisset in 2003 and the appointment of new winemaker Greg La Follette marked the start of their return to form for DeLoach. Greg is a Pinot specialist, as his background would suggest, and these are the wines that are the most distinctive in the De Loach range. (6 x 75 cl) Price: £151.19
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De Loach OFS Pinot Noir Russian River Valley California
Description: From the glass, quintessential Russian River Valley Pinot Noir flavours caress your senses; aromas of cherry, licorice and cookie dough spice meet in a delightful melange. A full, rich palate offers tempting red fruit flavours with late echoes of cherries and lilac. A seductively layered wine with the texture of crushed velvet on your tongue, those who can resist drinking it now will be well rewarded with the beautiful nuances brought by age. Hand harvested from premium Russian River Valley estate vineyards and premium clones, the fruit is chosen for the superior quality and flavours exhibited. Fruit sources include the Balletto Vineyards and Dijon clones, both of which are located in cooler growing regions of Sonoma County. These cool climes allow the grapes to ripen over an extended season, developing wonderfully complex flavours. Following a rigorous fruit selection, the must is fermented in small French oak vats utilizing native yeasts. The wine is then gently pressed off and aged in French oak barrels, 25% new oak. Carefully chosen barrels are then blended to create a superb wine which is truly O.F.S. . The Russian River Valley has come to be known as 'America's Burgundy,' and DeLoach is proud to have been an important factor in this distinction. Purchased by Boisset in 2003 and the appointment of new winemaker Greg La Follette marked the start of their return to form for DeLoach. Greg is a Pinot specialist, as his background would suggest, and these are the wines that are the most distinctive in the De Loach range. (6 x 75 cl) Price: £132.45
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De Loach Chardonnay Russian River Valley California
Description: Ambrosial scents greet you from the glass; ripe fruit flavours of Bartlett pear, Macintosh apple and Meyer lemon offer substantial counterpoints to beautifully suggestive French oak components of cinnamon, nutmeg, and hazelnut. This mouthwatering wine shows a delightful complexity, while the rich, creamy mid-palate is framed by a well-balanced acid tannin structure leading to a brilliant clean finish that leaves you wanting more. Russian River Valley Chardonnay is a blend of several premium vineyards located within three miles of the winery in the heart of the Russian River Valley. Carefully tended vines yield fruit of exemplary quality and this white wine it is a pure expression of Russian River Valley terroir. The juice was fermented in a combination of stainless steel tanks and French oak barrels. The barrel fermented portion of wine was then aged for 8 months in French oak to produce an intricately layered wine with delicate nuances of fruit and oak. The Russian River Valley has come to be known as 'America's Burgundy,' and DeLoach is proud to have been an important factor in this distinction. Purchased by Boisset in 2003 and the appointment of new winemaker Greg La Follette marked the start of their return to form for DeLoach. (12 x 75 cl) Price: £150.32
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De Loach FORGOTTEN VINES Zinfandel Sonoma County California
Description: In honor of the many old Zinfandel vines that were overlooked for decades in Sonoma County, Forgotten Vines Zinfandel is comprised of several exemplary old vine vineyards. Fermented using a combination of open top and closed top fermenters, this wine was barrel aged for 12 months before bottling.BR (6 x 75 cl) Price: £125.50
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De Loach CALIFORNIA SERIES Chardonnay California
Description: For the 'California' series, DeLoach combine Russian River Valley wines with carefully selected grapes from premier growing regions in California to produce approachable wines. 100% Chardonnay, the wine was fermented in stainless steel tanks at controlled temperatures, then 1/3 of the wine is aged in small French oak barrels for 5 months. The result of great care from the vineyard to the winery is a classic white Chardonnay with aromas of Asian pear and apple. On the palate flavours of caramelised brown sugar, apples and pears are accompanied by a full and creamy mouthfeel. The Russian River Valley has come to be known as 'America's Burgundy,' and DeLoach is proud to have been an important factor in this distinction. Purchased by Boisset in 2003 and the appointment of new winemaker Greg La Follette marked the start of their return to form for DeLoach. (12 x 75 cl) Price: £100.62
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De Loach CALIFORNIA SERIES Zinfandel California
Description: DeLoach Vineyards 'California' Series Zinfandel is a velvety wine with spicy berry notes. It was created using DeLoach's own estate old-vine fruit from the Russian River Valley as well as from other selected California regions, including the Sierra Foothills. Offering inviting aromas of cranberry, black currant and spicy oak, the intense palate blends flavours of red plum, anise and an undercurrent of smoke. A firm acidity and tight tannin structure make thisa wine to enjoy. The Russian River Valley has come to be known as 'America's Burgundy,' and DeLoach is proud to have been an important factor in this distinction. Purchased by Boisset in 2003 and the appointment of new winemaker Greg La Follette marked the start of their return to form for DeLoach. (12 x 75 cl) Price: £100.60
