North Unity has changed a bit over the years. It consists of mostly Chardonnay and Pinot Noir. The fruit originally went to still wines, then to bubbly, now back into still products. It trends a few days ahead in ripening most vintages, which made the decision easy this year. #3 has a small one acre Pinot Noir block that was replanted in 2015. Its taken a while to get up to consistency, but it's finally producing fruit that can go into red wine production.

Classic Bing Cherry on the nose

Clove and lovely integrated vanilla notes on the finish from barrel aging.

Given its higher acidity and low tannins, Pinot Noir is a very versatile wine when it comes to pairing it with food. It pairs particularly well with duck, chicken, pork and mushrooms.

14 months in 25% New French Oak