2007 Michel-Schlumberger "Le Fou" Dry Creek Valley Pinot Noir Wine

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2007 Michel-Schlumberger "Le Fou" Dry Creek Valley Pinot Noir

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Vintage 2007 was a great vintage all around. Since the Pinot Noir is the first red from the Estate that is released each year, you have an opportunity to guyage that vintage upon its release. Michel-Schlumberger is happy with this being the representative of the vintage. It speaks highly of the reds from 2007. 
 
Notes from the Winemaker:  
"Our Pinot Noir is grown on the west side side of our estate in eastern facing blocks. Javier Acevedo Sr., our Vineyard Manager and the man who first planted this Pinot Noir 15 years ago expertly manages our canopy allowing for the production of Dry Creek Valley’s only Pinot Noir. You simply are not supposed to grow a cool weather grape like this in a hot weather appellation but he does so skillfully. The aromatics inspire you and the balance truly shows in this elegant wine." - Winemaker Mike Brunson 

Fresh cherry, strawberry

Varietal:
100% Pinot Noir
Appellation:
United States | California | Sonoma County | Dry Creek Valley
Delicious with:
Salmon and balsamic rubbed tenderloin of pork
Cases Produced:
285
Alcohol Content:
14.5%
When to Drink:
Now - 2014

Winemaker Notes

Cellaring.........14 months in 40% new French oak 
Harvest.........August 22-29, 2007 
Release Date.........October 2009 

About Michel-Schlumberger Wines

Michel-Schlumberger, sited on the western hillsides of Dry Creek Valley, has a well-earned reputation for its excellent Bordeaux varieties. They have long believed in blending these varieties for complexity, and both their red and white wines have harnessed the ripe, raw power of the new world with the elegant reins of the old. Read More