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2010 Keefer Ranch Pinot Noir

Release Date: June 20, 2012
Winemaker: Craig Strehlow

• Swan: Picked: 9/22/10 @ 24.7 Brix and 3.41 pH
  Cold soaked for 7 days then inoculated with RC212 yeast.
  Aged 17 months in Remond Allier MT+ and Dargaud and Jaegle M+
• Clone 115: Picked: 9/28/10 @ 25.1 Brix and 3.55 pH
  Cold soaked 5 days then inoculated with D254 yeast.
  Aged 15 months in Cadus and Rousseau HB36 M+
• 100% French oak (40% new)
• Alc: 14.5%
• Titratable Acidity: 0.613
• Barrel Aging: 17 months
• Bottled unfined and unfiltered on 4/20/12
• Production: 309 cases
  

The 2010 is comprised of two clones of Pinot Noir: Swan and Clone 115. On September 22, 2010, we picked the Swan at 24.7 Brix with a pH of 3.41. These numbers are nearly perfect

The Clone 115 was picked a little riper, on September 28, 2010, at 25.1 Brix with a pH of 3.55. We purposely did this to coax out the darker fruit flavors and give the wine a little more complexity. Both clones were aged 17 months in 100% French oak (40% new).

309 cases. $42.
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2009 Keefer Ranch Pinot Noir

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Release Date: October 20, 2011
Winemaker: Craig Strehlow
Production Details:

• Swan: Picked: 9/11/09 @ 26 Brix and 3.6 pH
  Aged 15 months in Remond Allier MT+ and Remond Troncais MT+
• Clone 115: Picked: 9/18/09 @ 25.9 Brix and 3.61 pH
  Aged 15 months in D&J
• Pommard 5: Picked: 9/28/09 @ 28 Brix and 3.8 pH
  Aged 15 month in Rousseau HB 36 M+
  15% Whole Cluster on Fermentation
• 40% New French oak from Remond, Cadus, and D & J
• Alc: 14.2%
• Titratable Acidity: 0.553
• Barrel Aging: 12 months
• Bottling date: 3/26/11
• Production: 220 cases
  

The 2009 growing season was marked by its challenging summer months. It was very cool for the most part but delivered several 100°F heat spikes that the vines weren't ready for. During September, when we usually pick, the first 2 weeks hovered in the 90's with occasional jumps over 100°. Harvest was a bit frenzied as we picked the fruit as quickly as possible in very short spans of optimal conditions. Everyone was in the same boat during that time but I have to say I'm very pleased with the wine quality from each producer of a 2009 Keefer Ranch Pinot Noir.

One interesting thing about our 2009 Pinot is that it was vinified the same as the 2008 vintage. You really get a sense of how the climate affects the grapes when the two wines are tasted side by side. The '09 has a little more structure and red fruit flavors that will age well and develop the tertiary flavors we look for in aged Pinots.

220 cases. $42.

2008 Keefer Ranch Pinot Noir

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Release Date: June 20, 2010
Winemaker: Craig Strehlow
Production Details:

• Swan: Harvest date: 9/3/08; brix @ harvest - 27; pH @ harvest - 3.28; cold soak: 7 days, fementation: 12 days
  
• Pommard 5: Harvest date: 9/15/08; brix @ harvest - 26.1; pH @ harvest - 3.36; cold soak: 4 days; fermentation: 11 days
• 115: Harvest date: 9/18/08; brix @ harvest: 27.2; pH @ harvest: 3.4; cold soak: 5 days; fermentation: 14 days; 20% whole cluster
• 40% New French oak from Remond, Cadus, and D & J
• Alc: 14.2%
• Titratable Acidity: 0.553
• Barrel Aging: 12 months
• Bottling date: 8/24/09
• Production: 241 cases
  

2008 was a challenging year for growers starting with the worst frost season in 30 years, causing uneven growth in the cooler areas of the vineyard. Our viticultural practices focused on retaining the highest quality of fruit, even when it meant numerous small picks and lower yields at harvest. It was a difficult year, but we feel the end result is our best wine yet.

Our 2008 Keefer Ranch Pinot Noir introduces a third clone, 115, to the blend. Since the 115 was picked a little later than the Swan and Pommard 5, we were able to add 20% whole cluster to the fermentation. Your first impression of this wonderfully balanced wine is its rich aroma. The complex taste of dark cherry and spices is accompanied by a soft silky texture and a long finish.

241 cases. $42.

2007 Keefer Ranch Pinot Noir

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Release Date: January 20, 2009
Winemaker: Craig Strehlow
Production Details:

• 60% Swan; brix @ harvest - 27, pH @ harvest - 3.38
  
• 40% Pommard 5; brix @ harvest - 25.4, pH @ harvest - 3.41
  
• 20% whole cluster
  
• 25% New French Oak using Cadus and Remond Allier MT
  
• Native yeast fermentation
  
• Native malo-lactic fermentation
  
• alcohol - 14.2%
  
• pH - 3.45
  
• TA - 0.881
  

The growing season for 2007 found us with frosts in the spring and a cool summer. The first two weeks of harvest were hot followed by a significant cool down. The Swan was picked on Sept 2 and the Pommard 5 on Sept 17. The darker color reflects the warmer harvest and the Pommard adds a nice spice to the red fruit flavors of the Swan.

243 cases. $42
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2006 Keefer Ranch Pinot Noir

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Showing signature Keefer aromatics of dried cherry, cranberry and light florals. On the palate, this medium-bodied Pinot has supple tannins and a firm, natural acidity. The beautifully smooth structure defines this wine as one best placed in the center of your table! Ultimately, we have set out to craft a Pinot to enjoy with meals and friends. 143 cases. $42
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90 PTS FROM THE WINE SPECTATOR – July 31, 2008
"Has a streak of wildness, with lots of spice, dried blueberry and currant aromas that are rich and focused, picking up complex herb, tea, and orange zest, ending with a pretty perfumed edge. Gains body on the finish. Drink now through 2012. 143 cases made. --J.L."
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