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Dutton Ranch/Sanchietti Vineyard has a special place in our hearts at Dutton-Goldfield. Located on a steep east- and south-facing hillside on the west side of Green Valley, Sanchietti was one of the first highly acclaimed Pinot vineyards in our part of the world, and well represents the short local history of the varietal. The cool 2006 growing season helped elicit the floral detail and natural suppleness of the Sanchietti vineyard fruit. Not picked until October 17th, the fruit had beautifully ripe and silky tannins, while still maintaining the bright acidity and moderate sugar that creates the balanced pinot we love. The hallmark of Sanchietti for us is its enthralling combination of grace and power, and the 2006 offering certainly exemplifies this. In the nose, it leads with high-toned blackberry and blueberry fruit, violets, and a hint of black tea. In the mouth, bright berry and black cherry shine through along with concentrated, finely structured tannins and ginger spice. This a wine that is clearly packed tightly and well built for aging, but its silkiness and candied finish are enticing already. Enjoy it over a long dinner of veal Cordon Bleu, truffle risotto, or Moscovy duck breast. 422 cases produced. 90 points, Burghound.
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