Kessler-Haak 2013 Pinot Noir Ohana

Ohana is Hawaiian for family and an apposite name for this Estate Pinot Noir. An inviting nose of violets, cherry, black raspberry and dusty earth combines with a balanced, silky mouthfeel and excellent acidity on the mid-palate. The nearly ideal finish is dry and lingering with the aforementioned flavors clearly present along with a touch of clean minerality.

This excellent 100% Pinot Noir utilizes six of the seven clones in the Kessler-Haak Estate Vineyard that is part of the prominent Sta. Rita Hills AVA. It was aged for 10 months in 17% new French and Hungarian oak. Pair with Salmon or other fatty fish dishes or roasted Chicken and Pasta dishes to express the full fruit flavor.