2001 Pinot Noir

91 "A crisp line of bright, floral red fruit, this holds that line of sunny fraise de bois while delicate tannins bring a pale earthiness and darker tone, like black tree-ear mushroom. The flavors linger, glowing and elegant." --Wine & Spirits Magazine 90 "From estate vineyards, a huge, extracted wine, but one that never loses its poise. Jammy cherry-raspberry fruit flavors have overtones of chocolate, spices and white pepper; the tannins are soft and subtle. Lip-smackingly good." --Wine Enthusiast Magazine

2001 Pinot Noir	Awards
Mendocino Ridge Estate bottled .61 T.A., 3.86 pH 13.8% alcohol 100% French oak Barrel aged 8 months Suggested cellaring: up to 3 years Bottled August 26, 2002 Released June 1, 2003 1400 cases produced $25.00	Gold, Los Angeles County Fair Silver, New World International Wine Competition Silver, San Diego National Wine competition Silver, Riverside International Wine Competition Silver, California State Fair Bronze, West Coast Wine Competition Bronze, Mendocino County Fair