ARNOT-ROBERTS PINOT NOIR HEAVEN & EARTH VINEYARD SONOMA COAST 2023

Founded in 2001 by childhood friends Duncan Arnot Meyers and Nathan Lee Roberts, Arnot-Roberts embodies a commitment to expressing California's diverse terroirs through site-specific wines. The Heaven and Earth vineyard represents one of their most distinguished sites—a secluded hillside planting in western Sonoma County near Occidental, just 8 miles from the Pacific Ocean. This organically farmed vineyard, meticulously tended by viticultural expert Greg Adams, benefits from a unique microclimate where a forested ridge shields the vines from direct maritime influences. The vineyard's elevation of 650 feet, combined with Yorkville Series loam and decomposed schist soils, creates exceptional growing conditions for Pinot Noir. The site's minimal diurnal temperature shifts allow for slow, consistent ripening, resulting in grapes with concentrated flavors and structural complexity.

Heaven and Earth Pinot Noir presents a profound expression of its coastal origins, displaying deep color and soaring aromatics that reflect its cool-climate terroir. The wine undergoes whole-cluster fermentation, which enhances its detailed texture and contributes fine-grained tannins that frame the wine's vibrant core. On the palate, expect concentrated flavors of wild berries and forest floor, complemented by subtle spice notes and a distinctive mineral character derived from the schist-rich soils. The wine's remarkable structure supports its impressive depth while maintaining elegant balance and precision. This singular bottling showcases Arnot-Roberts' dedication to honest, expressive winemaking that translates the voice of this exceptional vineyard with clarity and purpose.