2019 Hartford Court Pinot Noir Sevens Bench Vineyard
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The 2019 Pinot Noir Seven's Bench is a soft, fruity wine with tons of upfront appeal. Sweet red cherry/plum, spice, cola, new leather and cedar are front and center. Medium in body and supple, the Seven's Bench will drink well with minimal cellaring. There's lovely fruit expression here, all in a mid-weight style that is quite appealing.
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The 2019 Pinot Noir Sevens Bench Vineyard is full of red cherry aromatics as well as forested earth and pine. The structure is medium-bodied, with modest acidity and fine-grained tannins. A small amount of whole cluster is implemented here, which contributes a savory tone. Drink 2023-2036. A part of the Kendall-Jackson family, Hartford Court was established by Don and Jennifer Hartford, whose first vintage was 1994. They began with two vineyard designated wines, and today they have expanded to include 36 single vineyard wines, dedicated to Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, and Zinfandel. Jeff Stewart, the general manager and winemaker since 2011, and Tiaan Lordan, who has been with the estate since 2010, share the role as winemakers today.
Matured for 16 months in 13% new French oak, the medium ruby colored 2019 Pinot Noir Seven's Bench Vineyard has soaring, savory scents of blood orange, woodsmoke, pipe tobacco, charcuterie, black tea leaves and conifer. Medium-bodied, silky, intense and layered, it offers plush red berry fruit, seamless acidity and a long, detailed finish. 187 cases were made.