{"title":"MENDOCINO COUNTY","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0106\/1539\/0266\/files\/Mendocino_County_Vineyards_Banner.jpg?v=1780746804\" alt=\"Arial photograph of vineyards and hills in Mendocino County, California\" style=\"float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003eSituated at the northernmost frontier of California’s premium winemaking zones, \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3\" data-index-in-node=\"80\"\u003eMendocino County\u003c\/b\u003e is a region defined by its breath-taking, wild landscapes and a deeply ingrained independent spirit. The vineyards here are split by dramatic geography, with the Anderson Valley cutting a path towards the freezing Pacific coast, while warmer inland valleys are cradled by mountainous ridges. This contrast allows the region to master completely different styles of winemaking, balancing cool-climate finesse with sun-drenched intensity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003eThe maritime corridors of the region are heavily blanketed by morning fogs, creating a remarkably cool environment where slow-ripening \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4\" data-index-in-node=\"135\"\u003ePinot Noir\u003c\/b\u003e and crisp, aromatic whites develop incredible tension and bright acidity. Further inland, protected from the harsh ocean winds, old hillside vineyards bake in daytime sun before cooling rapidly at night. These ancient plots are the heritage heartland of the county, where deeply rooted, dry-farmed \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4\" data-index-in-node=\"444\"\u003eZinfandel\u003c\/b\u003e and robust heritage varieties yield intensely concentrated, soulful reds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003eLong before sustainability became a modern industry buzzword, this region quietly pioneered the movement, boasting some of the highest percentages of organic and biodynamic vineyards in North America. Winemakers here have always operated with a deep respect for the land, prioritizing old-school craftsmanship and minimal intervention over mass production. This dedication to authentic, environmentally conscious viticulture produces pure, expressive wines that offer a brilliant, characterful alternative to the more commercial valleys to the south.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"cakebread-cellars-pinot-noir-two-creeks-anderson-valley","title":"Cakebread Cellars Pinot Noir Two Creeks Anderson Valley 2022","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Cakebread Cellars Two Creeks Pinot Noir is a blend of grapes from the Annahala and Apple Barn estate vineyards in Mendocino County’s Anderson Valley, a cool coastal appellation renowned for its superb Pinot Noirs. \u003c\/span\u003eFragrant aromas of sweet black cherry, raspberry and rose petal introduce the rich, pure fruit of this fresh and lively pinot noir. Dense mid-palate flavours of ripe black cherry, red cherry, strawberry and plum, supported by fine, supple tannins, offer a layered complexity and glide into a round, long finish highlighting bright raspberry, cherry and mineral tones. Delicious now, this lovely pinot noir will develop additional complexity with another 3-5 years of bottle age.[#intro]A delicious Pinot Noir from Mendocino County's Anderson Valley...[\/intro]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Cakebread Cellars","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":17186877800506,"sku":"A22CAKEBREADPN-1","price":50.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0106\/1539\/0266\/products\/Two_Creeks_Pinot_Noir.jpg?v=1538394199"},{"product_id":"williams-selyem-ferrington-vineyard-pinot-noir","title":"Williams Selyem Ferrington Vineyard Pinot Noir 2019","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Williams Selyem Ferrington Vineyard is located in Mendocino County’s Anderson Valley. The 70 acres of rich valley floor were planted with Pinot Noir clones brought back from Burgundy in France. Six clones of Pinot Noir, including Pommard (UCD4), 115, 777, 667, 943 and Romanee-Conti selection, comprise about 27 acres of this vineyard. Barrel matured for 16 months, ripe red fruits and Amarena cherry are highlighted in this classic Anderson Valley Pinot Noir. Dried flowers mix with mocha, nutmeg and allspice offer depth. Sourced from 6 blocks within the Ferrington Ranch, this dynamic mix of clones harmonises to create a wine with focus that typifies this unique terroir. Red fruits dominate the palate and are counterbalanced with refreshing acidity and hints of bergamot. The Ferrington Pinot Noir finishes with a subtle earthy loaminess and a hint of Earl Grey tea.[#intro]Classic Anderson Valley Pinot from a dynamic mix of clones planted on a unique terroir...[\/intro]\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Williams Selyem","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32253909631043,"sku":"A19SELYEMFERRINGPN-1","price":130.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0106\/1539\/0266\/products\/FerringtonPinotNoirBottle.jpg?v=1609359234"},{"product_id":"joel-gott-815-cabernet-sauvignon","title":"Joel Gott 815 Cabernet Sauvignon 2021","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Joel Gott 815 Cabernet Sauvignon is pure Cabernet Sauvignon made from selected grapes grown throughout California to create an elegant, balanced expression of the variety. Fruit from the Napa Valley lends complexity whilst Sonoma adds a touch of spice to the blend. Mendocino fruit gives the wine its dark colour, rich, ripe berry flavours and tannins. Fruit from the cooler, windy Monterey appellation produces smaller, more concentrated fruit clusters and the warmer Paso Robles appellation offers fruit-forward notes and riper tannins. Rounding out the blend, fruit from Lodi is characterised by rich flavour and soft texture. Following harvest, the grapes from each vineyard were sorted and de-stemmed, then fermented in individual lots. As the lots aged in oak for 18 months, the barrels are tasted frequently to asses tannin and flavour development. Finally, the lots were blended together to balance the characteristics of each grape growing region. The final 815 wine displays aromas of blackberry and black cherry with notes of clove, vanilla, and brown sugar. The wine opens with dark, concentrated fruit flavours, followed by velvety tannins on the mid-palate and notes of baking spices on the long, textured finish. 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