The distinctive name, "Marine Layer," pays homage to the thick blanket of fog that pours in from the Pacific along the Sonoma Coast. Known for cooler temperatures and extreme conditions, growing grapes in this region is undoubtedly challenging, yet the most rewarding, as the longer hang-time for grapes results in nuanced flavors, bright acidity and balance. Their "Lyra" bottling is named after one of the oldest and brightest constellations found in the California summer sky, arriving as the vines awaken back to life and departing at harvest. It presides with a watchful eye over the evolution of our Pinot Noir vineyards as they progress through their annual cycle from bud to flower to grape.
Crafted with precision, the 2022 blend showcases the exquisite fruit harvested from the esteemed Marine Layer Vineyard in Sebastopol Hills, intertwined with grapes sourced from select single vineyard sites nestled in the Green Valley and Petaluma Gap sub-AVAs. This blend celebrates the rich diversity found in the varying climates, soils and clonal varieties across these vineyards, and was aged for 11 months in 25% new French oak. This has been one of our top selling Pinot Noirs this year, and it just received a fantastic 94-point score from Jeb Dunnuck!
JEB DUNNUCK 94 POINTS - "Medium red in color, the 2022 Pinot Noir Lyra is the estate’s Sonoma Coast blend and is about an 800-case production. It’s juicy and bright on the nose, with aromas of bright red cherries, cinnamon candies, fresh roses, and fresh herbs. Medium-bodied, with fine tannins, it stays refreshing and is approachable now, and it’s going to hold on with ease over the next 7-8 years. A phenomenal value."
Crafted with precision, the 2022 blend showcases the exquisite fruit harvested from the esteemed Marine Layer Vineyard in Sebastopol Hills, intertwined with grapes sourced from select single vineyard sites nestled in the Green Valley and Petaluma Gap sub-AVAs. This blend celebrates the rich diversity found in the varying climates, soils and clonal varieties across these vineyards, and was aged for 11 months in 25% new French oak. This has been one of our top selling Pinot Noirs this year, and it just received a fantastic 94-point score from Jeb Dunnuck!
JEB DUNNUCK 94 POINTS - "Medium red in color, the 2022 Pinot Noir Lyra is the estate’s Sonoma Coast blend and is about an 800-case production. It’s juicy and bright on the nose, with aromas of bright red cherries, cinnamon candies, fresh roses, and fresh herbs. Medium-bodied, with fine tannins, it stays refreshing and is approachable now, and it’s going to hold on with ease over the next 7-8 years. A phenomenal value."
