The vineyards of the high, dry ridges of the Sonoma Coast thrive in long, cool vintages like 2006. The extended season develops the floral aromatics and silky tannins we so love in Pinot Noir, while maintaining acidity and moderate alcohol. Our 2006 McDougall Pinot expresses the natural depth and minerality central to the personality of this vineyard, while its vintage origin shows in the liveliness and fineness derived from the 2006 season. In the nose, this wine leads with red plum and black cherry fruit, with overtones of chipped granite, geranium and a touch of smoke. In the mouth, exceptionally sweet creamy tannins support the candied cherry and cranberry fruit and carry the floral and mineral notes though the long, fresh finish. The total impression is one of great integration and completeness, the result of beautifully ripe grapes and sensitive winemaking. Enjoy this wine with seared ahi, or on the deck with some Petite Basque and Gruyere. 400 cases produced. 93 points, Wine Enthusiast.