Lando: I love the question. I could go on and on. History and limited land availability have dictated that Old World regions like Burgundy have been mapped out and designated for centuries. Not only politically, but geologically as well. Soil types and micro climates have been well documented for hundreds of years. In California, we are just getting started. Appellations are getting more and more specific, especially in the areas where Pinot Noir is grown. So, to answer your question, yes, we are progressive in our vineyard sources. Examples are Kosta Browne acquisitions of Pinot Noir fruit from Keefer Ranch (Green Valley, as you mentioned), Rosella's and Garys' Vineyard from Santa Lucia, etc. That's the beauty of Pinot: So much to learn and so much to enjoy!!
The Beauty of the New World
Lando:
I love the question. I could go on and on. History and limited land availability have dictated that Old World regions like Burgundy have been mapped out and designated for centuries. Not only politically, but geologically as well. Soil types and micro climates have been well documented for hundreds of years. In California, we are just getting started. Appellations are getting more and more specific, especially in the areas where Pinot Noir is grown. So, to answer your question, yes, we are progressive in our vineyard sources. Examples are Kosta Browne acquisitions of Pinot Noir fruit from Keefer Ranch (Green Valley, as you mentioned), Rosella's and Garys' Vineyard from Santa Lucia, etc. That's the beauty of Pinot: So much to learn and so much to enjoy!!