Hirsch Vineyards San Andreas Fault Pinot Noir is a captivating red wine, hailing from the vast fascinations of California's West Sonoma Coast. This intriguing vintage enchants the senses with its arresting bouquet of dark cherries, plums, and earthy undertones. Capturing the fray of the fault line through its complex palate, the wine blends hints of spice with elegant minerality. Smooth, well-rounded tannins lend depth to the composition, making this wine exceptionally food-friendly. It's perfect for indulgent evenings and celebrations that demand a splash of sophistication. This Pinot Noir is a bold expression of a remarkable terroir.

Tasting Notes

As with the other Hirsch Pinot Noirs of this vintage, the 2021 San Andreas is notable for its dark fruit and serious structure. The wine opens with notes of elderberry, blackberry, fresh red plums, and dried cherries. With air, notes of five spice, chai tea and dried orange peel emerge. The overall impression is exotic and reminiscent of our coastal redwood forests. The palate is juicy upon opening with, firm, chewy tannins. With air, the fruit gains weight and the palate fills out, balancing the tannins. The structure and dark fruit of the 2021s remind us of the exceptional 2012 and 2015 vintages. This is a savory and intellectual year that will reward the patient drinker.

About the Winery

Situated in the heart of Sonoma County, California, Hirsch Vineyards is a treasure-trove for viniculture aficionados. Anchored on a tranquil hillside, the arresting terrain overlooks the Pacific Coast, proffering a picturesque scenery that complements the truly outstanding wines produced at this venerable vineyard.

Established in 1980 by David Hirsch, the winery was initially intended to supply grapes to the premium wine producers within California. However, with the first vineyard's unparalleled success, the demand for the Hirsch brand soon flourished. This led to Hirsch Vineyards transforming into a full-fledged wine producing entity by 2002. With more than four decades thriving in the wine industry, Hirsch Vineyards commands a legacy of quality and distinctive flavour profiles that set it apart.

Dedicated to meticulous farming, Hirsch Vineyards' commitment to organic and biodynamic agriculture is the driving force behind it superior wines. It is home to 72 distinct farming blocks, each one offering unique soil properties, elevations, and micro climates. This diversity allows each wine to manifest a unique voice and character evident in the grapes.

Hirsch Vineyards produces predominantly elegant Pinot Noir and Chardonnay wines, renowned worldwide for their complex and refined flavours. The subtlety of these wines stems from the unique terroir and climate of the vineyard, offering an insight into the exquisite surroundings from which they originate.

At Hirsch Vineyards, the art of winemaking is a graceful dance between innovative techniques and an abiding respect for nature. The result; world-class wines that are as lively as they are timeless. Whether you're an avid wine lover or a casual appreciator, a visit to Hirsch Vineyards will stir a deep appreciation for the JVineyard's commitment quality, tradition and sustainability, often, can lead to a truly transformative wine-tasting experience.

In the world of fine wines, it is rare to discover a vineyard which so effectively marries the best of the old with the new. Hirsch Vineyards shines as a testament to David Hirsch's dedication, offering an unforgettable slice of California's wine heritage in every single bottle.

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