2008 Ellman Family Vineyards Alexis Skye Pinot Noir

Since the beginning of their winemaking journey, brothers Neil and Lance Ellman have worked to build a brand rooted in their love for the land, with a spirit of hospitality worthy of the Napa community. Their wines are drawn entirely from a selection of the finest fruit grown on the their 15-acre vineyard.

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.

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.

Grapes come from the Gap's Crown Vineyard