Description
‘Le Caprice‘, as in “Capricious,” is an ode to the fickle nature of the Pinot Noir grape. Situated above sea level on steep mountain slopes, some exceeding 50 percent in grade, the vineyard faces east and northeast. It benefits from both the cooling influence of the Pacific Ocean to the west and the mild, sunny mountain climate. The soil of the vineyard is a composite of clay, silt, and volcanic gravels, which help the wine display polished tannins, body, and a hint of mineral graphite. ‘Le Caprice’ delivers the most pronounced profile of red fruit of the three estate Pinot Noir wines.
Notes From The Estate
The 2019 ‘Le Caprice’ shows the typicity of Pinot Noir from this coastal, sunny site, exhibiting a deep ruby colour with crimson highlights and lofty aromatics of Griotte cherry, a touch of raspberry and sweet plum framed by savoury rosewood, baking clove, and cedar. Abundant flavours of dark, morello cherry and briary blackberry meld with the essence of black tea and earthy notes of forest floor. Expressive while young, the 2019 ‘Le Caprice’ will continue to develop for a decade.
Scored 95 points by Antonio Galloni for Vinous in December 2021.