2021 Hallberg Vineyard Lokka, Stock, & Barrel Pinot Noir
From an exceptional vineyard in an exceptional vintage, the Lokka, Stock, & Barrel represents the pinnacle of the Lokka family’s four decades of viticultural expertise combined with our winemakers’ ability to craft the best from their impeccable grapes. Blue-fruit preserves with sliced kumquat and fresh hibiscus petals slowly waft from the glass, preceding a muted, earthy undertone that hints at more intrigue to come as this youthful wine develops. The palate’s darkly savory profile is driven by black tea leaves and tart red fruit tightly wound by dusty tannins and ample acid on a medium body. Like the 40 years of grape growing experience captured in this bottle, this wine will benefit from years of aging. . . if you can resist the urge to celebrate this stunning pinot now.
Named for its previous owners, the 100-acre Hallberg Vineyard is today owned and managed by wine industry veterans, including vineyard manager Kirk Lokka and his son, Riggs. Nestled in the Green Valley sub-appellation, this beautiful 100% dry-farmed site enjoys refreshing daytime breezes and cool nighttime temperatures. The strong marine influence means less severe daily temperature shifts so the vines never completely shut down, producing fruit with deep, rich color, great structure, silky tannins, darker fruit flavors and earthy characteristics. The 667 clone on the west side of the ranch contributes structure, spice and earthiness.
