Lange Pinot noir Freedom Hill Vineyard 08

Lange Estate Winery has been sourcing fruit from the Freedom Hill Vineyard since 1990 and began making its namesake single-vineyard Pinot noir in 1996. Typically, fruit from this vineyard produces structured wines with higher acidity and a more prominent tannin profile, making it one of our most ageable wines.

The 2008 Freedom Hill Vineyard Pinot noir is a full-bodied expression of the grape with extraordinary depth. A distinct nose displays rich, brooding fruit -- blackberry and candied dark cherry -- as well as clean barrel spice, anise, and a hint of eucalyptus. The round, velvety palate shows blackberry, dark cherry, Chambord, tobacco leaf, and spice, all balanced by a well-integrated tannin structure and elegant acidity.

With a finish that lingers and lingers, this wine speaks volumes of both the vineyard and the winemakers.