This small vineyard sits on the northwestern edge of Boonville, nestled up against the cool western hills.  As the vines creep up the gentle slope they take full advantage of the cool morning and warm midday

sun, before becoming shaded by the trees and avoiding the harsh afternoon heat.  This allows these grapes to ripen slowly and avoid the sunburn and rapid ripening common during the late summer heat spikes. The Run Dog Vineyard is just less than one acre of vines, and the tonnage fluctuates between .9 tons per acre and 2.4.  These naturally low yields bring us the ideal grapes with which to make an elegant and brooding style of Pinot Noir, for which the Anderson Valley is known.

The Pommard clone is one that exhibits wonderful diversity in both flavor and aroma.  Exotic violets and rose petal bring remembrance of its French birthplace, while powerful flavors of plum, black cherry, and mineral earth reflect the intensity that sets this clone apart from the rest. Vibrant acidity and supple structure balance assuring that the Run Dog Vineyard is the perfect compliment of elegance and vivid varietal character.                                                                         75 cases produced.

Perched on a south west facing slope in the middle of the Anderson Valley near Philo, the Toulouse Vineyard has been turning out exquisite grapes since its first vintage in 2002.  The vineyard is planted to four clones, of which three are used to create

our version of a Toulouse Vineyard Pinot Noir.  The vineyard is situated below the fog line, yet high enough to emerge early into the gentle morning sun, providing the perfect balance of rich flavors and gentle finesse.  Meticulously managed by the owner, this vineyard is a consistent producer and is typically the lightest and most floral Pinot Noir we produce. 

Together with 115 and 667, we use Swiss clone Wadenswil 2A to add some delicate floral notes to the wine.  The 115 makes up half of the wine and provides the backbone with firm tannins and spice leading the fruit.  The 667 brings the complexity with black tea and berry, providing a lingering finish and round mouthfeel.  We finish with the 2A bringing a racing acidity and soft red fruit to the table.  The results are a rich full bodied wine with great clean acidity and a strawberry and herb profile.  The explosive rose petal and violet nose balances perfectly with the body of the wine making this one of our most popular and delicate Pinots.                                                                     250 cases produced.