2009 Roessler Griffin's Lair Pinot Noir, Sonoma Coast, 1.5L Magnum

Complex and dark, our Griffin’s Lair Pinot Noir shows off the classic character of this Sonoma Coast vineyard.  The aromatic profile is full of dark, foresty scents and a meaty, savory character with just enough eucalyptus, fennel, and mint to add lift. Bright fruit on the palate joins the darker tones from the nose, providing a broad mouthfeel that stretches through a lingering finish of currant, earth tones, and leather.

The Griffin’s Lair Vineyard is located on a windy hill in the Petaluma Gap, overlooking the San Pablo Bay in the southernmost part of Sonoma Coast. With 22 acres in all, 17 acres of Griffin’s Lair is devoted to Pinot Noir. Facing east/southeast, the fruit receives morning sun, fresh breezes from the bay, and cool moisture from the fog that creeps inland. Meticulously tended vines ensure our Griffin’s Lair fruit is consistently dense and complex.