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Merry Edwards Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir 2021
Vintage
2021
Region
Sonoma Coast, California
Country
United States
Style
Still
Grape Varieties
Pinot Noir
ABV
14.5%
Dietary
Vegan, Vegetarian
Sustainability
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Merry Edwards
Merry Edwards is a Russian River Valley producer in Sonoma County, California, known for Pinot Noir, Sauvignon Blanc and Chardonnay from some of the region’s most distinctive vineyard sites. Founded in 1997 by pioneering winemaker Merry Edwards, the estate is now part of the Roederer Collection and continues under Winemaker Heidi von der Mehden and President Nicole Carter. Merry Edwards offers a premium Sonoma wine proposition, combining single-vineyard Pinot Noir, barrel-fermented Sauvignon Blanc, Certified California Sustainable farming and a house style defined by colour, texture and aromatic intensity.
Read MoreViticulture
Merry Edwards Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir 2021 comes from coastal-influenced vineyard sites where proximity to the Pacific Ocean and cooling fog allow fruit to ripen slowly and evenly. The blend includes UCD 37, Dijon 115, 667 and 777, Heritage, Pommard and Windsor Gardens clones. This combination of marine influence and clonal diversity supports a Pinot Noir style with aromatic lift, bright acidity, layered fruit and savoury coastal character.
Vinification
Pinot Noir grapes were harvested between 23 August and 24 September 2021, then hand-picked and hand-sorted in the field and at the winery. The fruit was 100% destemmed, with whole berries transferred to fermenters for a six-day cold soak. The wine was aged sur lie for nine months in French oak, 47% new, and bottled in August 2022.
2021
The 2021 Sonoma Coast vintage reflects the region?s cool coastal boundaries. Evening fog moved inland from the Pacific and receded gradually by midday, refreshing the vines before afternoon sunshine. These marine-influenced conditions allowed grapes to remain on the vine long enough to build aroma, depth and flavour while preserving freshness. The result is a clear expression of Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir, shaped by slow, even ripening.
Tasting Note
The nose is floral and fruit-led, with dried rose petals, sandalwood, black tea, savoury spice and a dusting of cocoa. The palate is layered with forest floor, dark berries and plum, carried by bright acidity and silky, tightly knit tannins. Medium to full in body, it combines coastal freshness with polished texture and earthy complexity. The finish is long, refreshing and finely structured.
Food Pairing
Pair with premium charcuterie, artisan cured meats, p?t?, roasted garlic, olives, pickled vegetables, baked Camembert, mushroom p?t?, roast duck or cheeses with fresh baguette and dried fruit.
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