2016 Mark Bradford Vineyard

Pinot Noir

Overview

Mark Bradford Vineyard is a high elevation site located on the west-facing slope of the Evenstad Estate. It was the first vineyard planted at Domaine Serene and is named after Grace and Ken Evenstad’s son. This dynamic wine delivers a serious, rich palate with focused tannins and lingering flavor.

Tasting Notes:

Dark red in color, Mark Bradford Vineyard features expressive aromas of cocoa dust, blackberry, and vanilla bean. Powerful, yet suede-like tannins frame intense dark chocolate and cranberry fruit, baking spices and sweet oak. A gorgeous wine with supple characteristics that is approachable now, but will evolve for decades.

2016 Grace Vineyard

Pinot Noir

Overview

The Grace vineyard is located on the Evenstad Estate and is one of the hallmarks of Domaine Serene’s single vineyard program. The Grace Vineyard has deep Jory soils, a gentle east-facing slope and is named after our owner Grace Evenstad.

Tasting Notes:

An impressive dark crimson in color, Grace Vineyard’s exquisitely complex bouquet entices your senses with floral, rose petal, and graphite notes layered over undertones of rich caramel. It’s mouthfeel is compelling and distinctive. At once it feels both soft and bold - gracefully walking the line between silk and velvet. Its perfect acidity and exemplary structure lead to an angelic finish highlighted by hints of lavender and dark chocolate truffles. This release is a transcendent wine from one of the most revered vineyards in the world for unrivaled single vineyard Pinot Noir.

2015 Fleur de Lis Vineyard

Pinot Noir

Overview

The Fleur de Lis vineyard is located on the west-facing slope of the Evenstad Estate, next to the Mark Bradford vineyard. The site's northern exposure and rocky, thin soils produce an elegantly feminine, Burgundian-style Pinot Noir, with a character that is expressively savory yet fruit-driven.

94 Points International Wine Report

Tasting Notes:

Dark ruby in color, the 2015 Fleur de Lis Vineyard delivers expressive aromas of black cherry, cola, and violet. A mosaic of dark red fruit flavor envelops the mid-palate. Juicy and approachable, its seamlessly integrated and inviting tannins lead to a long finish. There is no wondering why this is a favorite of our winemaking team and staff!