WALT WINES
A project by winery proprietor, Katherine Hall, who is best known for her cult Napa Cabernet. She now sources small amounts of Pinot Noir from some of the top vineyards along the West Coast, from the Willamette Valley to the Sta Rita Hills, all with the aim of crafting single-vineyard, small lot Pinot Noirs under the Walt label.
"The 2022 Pinot Noir Clos Pepe is medium ruby-hued and has an expressive nose of ripe black raspberries, leafy herbs, and ample, peppery, spicy nuances. It's balanced, medium-bodied, has a pure, elegant mouthfeel, and ripe tannins. (Drink between 2024-2032)" Jeb Dunnuck 92JD
"The deepest hued in the lineup, the 2023 Pinot Noir Clos Pepe Vineyard is medium-bodied, nicely balanced, and layered on the palate, with a core of black raspberry and Bing cherry fruit, some spicy wood and floral nuances, ripe tannins, and outstanding length. Made with 5% whole clusters and aged 10 months in 40% new French oak, I like it today yet see no reason it shouldn't evolve nicely over the coming 7-8 years. Drink 2025-2032. (Drink between 2025-2032)" Jeb Dunnuck 92JD
