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2004 Alesia (Rhys) Sonoma Coast Sonatera Vineyard Pinot Noir

Removed from a professional wine storage facility; Purchased direct from a distributor

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RATINGS

92Wine Spectator

Superrich and concentrated, with gobs of ripe raspberry, boysenberry and huckleberry fruit that borders on syrupy in texture. Tight, focused and persistent, finishing with a gush of dark berry fruit. 168 cases made.

90Robert M. Parker Jr.

Beautiful aromas of forest floor, plums, mulberries, sweet cherries, and hints of herbs and underbrush, crisp acidity, and a Cote de Nuits-like style are found.

PRODUCER

Alesia (Rhys)

Alesia is a label owned and operated by Rhys Vineyards of Santa Cruz. Alesia and Rhys are owned by Kevin Harvey. Alesia wines are made from grapes purchased in the Sonoma Coast and in the Santa Lucia Highlands. Like Rhys estate wines, Alesia wines are primarly Pinot Noir. Syrah is also made under both labels.

REGION

United States, California, Sonoma, Sonoma Coast

Sonoma Coast AVA runs from San Pablo Bay in the south to Mendocino County in the north. It includes 7,000 vineyard acres and earned AVA status in 1987. Its proximity to the Pacific Ocean means it gets double the rainfall of nearby inland appellations and the ocean gives the appellation a relatively cool climate. Chardonnay and Pinot Noir can thrive in these conditions, and there are numerous producers making critically acclaimed Chardonnay and Pinot Noir.

TYPE

Red Wine, Pinot Noir

This red wine is relatively light and can pair with a wide variety of foods. The grape prefers cooler climates and the wine is most often associated with Burgundy, Champagne and the U.S. west coast. Regional differences make it nearly as fickle as it is flexible.

VINTAGE

2004 Alesia (Rhys) Sonoma Coast Sonatera Vineyard Pinot Noir