Closson Chase Vineyards
South Clos Pinot Noir
2021
About this winery
In 1998, Closson Chase Vineyards was born. The first commercial vintage was harvested in 2004, produced in a century-old dairy barn originally owned by the Closson family and lovingly restored as the new winemaking facility. Since then, Closson Chase has been at the forefront of Prince Edward County's wine industry, producing award-winning Chardonnay and Pinot Noir. In 2015, founding partner Deborah Paskus retired from her role as winemaker and Keith Tyers took over as CEO, focusing on pinot...
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Production notes
Sourced entirely from our South Clos vineyard. Destemmed with no crushing and cold soaked for 3-5 days. Fermented in 60hL oak tonneau then aged for 18 months in French oak barrels, 20% new. Full malolactic fermentation in barrel.
Tasting notes
A delicate nose showing cherries, florals and spices mixed with strawberry compote, earth and herbs. Bright red fruits and integrated earth tones carry over to the palate, followed by refreshing acid and solid tannic structure on an evolving finish.