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2025 GAMAY NOIR
NOLAN Vineyard
Alisos canyon
The Nolan Vineyard sits at the northeastern corner of Alisos Canyon, just south of Santa Maria Valley. Mountains running east/west open to the Pacific Ocean, funneling marine air through the canyon and cooling the grapes in the mornings and evenings. Partial whole-cluster fermentation fills out the texture and adds savory nuance to the wine. This Gamay can be enjoyed young but should develop gracefully over many years.
Tasting Profile
Fresh and vibrant, with red fruit and herbal aromatics. Medium bodied on the palate with pepper, raspberry and a firm but pleasant structure.
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Red Fruit
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Herbal Aromatics
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Black Pepper
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Raspberry
Technical Information
SOIL: Sandy loam, shale, limestone
HARVEST: September 5, 22.6 Brix
FERMENTATION: Native yeast lasting 14 days, 75% whole-cluster, semi-carbonic
MATURATION: 6 months in neutral oak barrels
ALCOHOL: 13.3% by volume
FINISHED ACIDITY: 3.68 pH, 5.7 G/L TA
BOTTLING: April 7, 2026