Sloan - Proprietary Red 2003 (1.5L) Alsace Alsace Pinot Noir

Sloan - Proprietary Red 2003 (1.5L) Alsace Alsace Pinot NoirSLOAN ESTATE, perched on the eastern hills of Rutherford across 40 spectacular acres, overlooks the Napa Valley floor at elevations ranging from 875 to 990 feet above sea level. The 13 acres under vine were planted in 1997 on a mineral rich, porous soil of fractured volcanic rock and sandy loam. The perfect blend of white tufa soil, a cool marine influence, and generous sun exposure forms the ideal site for growing fruit of a distinct quality and

historically titled after the farmstead of the same name

Based on 2010 Renner Grüner Veltliner

plum and white pepper

offering tasty red and black cherries

The Di Carlo family has a long-standing history as winegrowers in the Abruzzo region of Italy

minerally-fresh style with ripe apple

Considerable richness comes through on the nose

HISTORICAL BACKGROUND

Blend: 34% Viognier

firm and silky tannins and a flavorful finish

As a not-so-subtle reminder of the need for humility and our inability to predict the future

Spicy red fruit and a subtle earthy aroma