2017 O'Donnell Pinot Noir
Description
For the 2017 vintage, we hit record temperature highs in late May that initiated flowering, followed by a cool down in early and mid June, and higher temperatures at the end of the month. As a result, flowering was complete and produced an excellent fruit set. The 2017 vintage ended up with near average to slightly higher than average sugar and acid levels with many touting beautiful flavors and well-balanced fruit.
Tasting Notes
Textured and layered, partnership with nature. Earthiness and minerality showcase the aromatics of the nose, a contrasting palate of ripe dark cherry and raspberry flows from front to back and side to side on the palate. Drink now through 2026.
Recommended Pairing
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Wild mushroom lasagna
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Roasted pork loin
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Moroccan lamb
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Bone-in ribeye steak
100% Pinot Noir from 3 Blocks of Bella Vida Vineyard Pinot Noir
Farmed by: Steven Whiteside - Owner / Farmer Bella Vida
Winemaking & Bottling done at: Belle Pente Winery by Brian O'Donnell
Clones: Dijon 777, 114 & 667
201 cases bottled
| Vintage | 2016 |
| Varietal | Pinot Noir |
| Varietal Composition | 100% Pinot |
| Appellation | Dundee Hills |
| Vineyard | Bella Vida |
| Harvest Date | 09/20/2014 |
| Alcohol | 14.40% |
| Wine Style | New World |
| Volume | 750 ml |
| Cases Produced | 201 |
Bella Vida Vineyard is located in the "Heart of the Dundee Hills" on 35.8 acres
26 acres are planted to vines
Vineyard was planted in 1998, 1999 & 2000
Average age of the vines: 18 year
Soil: Volcanic Jory
Bella Vida Vineyard is divided into 15 unique blocks
This Pinot Noir comes from 3 blocks of Bella Vida Vineyard
Clones: Dijon 777, 114 & 667
Born: Queens, NY
Brian fine tuned hs winemaking talents by making wine for family & friends out of his garage in Northern California.
Smitten with Pinot Noir, Brian and his wife Jill, founded Belle Pente in 1992 with the purchase of a 70 acre farm just east of Carlton. Here he set a goal to craft old world style wines of impeccable balance and seductive complexity that represent a strong sense of place.
Brian's wines seem to always show the layers & texture that is possible from Bella Vida Vineyard.
