HANDLEY 09 PN ANDERSON
The 2009 was a wonderful vintage with optimum temperatures during the growing season, and a warm spell early in September that helped ripen the grapes. Half the fruit for this blend comes from Potter Valley, an inland valley cool enough to grow Pinot Noir with red fruit flavors. The other half is from Anderson Valley - some from the Helluva Vineyard at the warmer Boonville end, and some from the cooler "Deep End".This Pinot Noir offers a spectrum of flavors, including black cherry, blueberry, lavender, and vanilla. The palate follows through with cherry, pomegranate, cola, and a long chocolate finish. It works especially well with food but is soft enough to drink on its own.
