Hirsch Vineyards West Ridge Pinot Noir 2018

Category:
 
Red Wines
Sub-Category:  
 
Red Wines
Producer:
 
Hirsch Vineyards
Label Name:
 
West Ridge Pinot Noir
Vintage:
 
2018
Country:
 
United States
Region:
 
Fort-Ross Seaview, Sonoma Coast, California
Volume:
 
750ml
ABV:
 
12.2%
Grape(s):
 
Pinot Noir
Acidity:
 
4
Tannins:
 
2
Sweetness:
 
1
Body:
 
2
Length:
 
3
Aroma Intensity:
 
4
Best Temperature:
 
14-16°C

Awards/Ratings
Hirsch estate wines and West Ridge have received favorable coverage from specialty critics (Prince of Pinot) and are sold primarily via the winery mailing list.

Tasting Note
Ethereal and perfumed: sweet mint and floral notes lead to bright red cherry and raspberry, juicy, supple mid‑palate, soft tannins and transparent fruit with a delicate, persistent finish.

Food Pairing
Western: roast duck, mushroom risotto, grilled salmon, coq au vin, aged goat cheese. Asian: miso‑glazed black cod, teriyaki salmon, char siu pork, shiitake ramen, Korean bulgogi.

Production Method
100% estate fruit from heritage Mt. Eden, Swan and Pommard‑Wädenswil clones; biodynamic/low‑intervention farming, small‑batch fermentation with gentle extraction and barrel aging in French oak.

Vineyard Info
Hirsch Vineyards, founded by David Hirsch on ridge‑top sites in the True Sonoma Coast (planted from 1980 onward); long‑time manager Everardo Robledo; limited, member‑focused releases from distinct ridge blocks.