The vintage 2020 expression of this barrel selection “reserve” Pinot Noir displays a light garnet color.
Shipping and taxes calculated upon checkout.
Region
Russian River Valley
Varietals
Pinot Noir
Aromas of rose petals and violets awaken the senses, while cherry and vanilla flavors mix with lightly toasted oak and cocoa. The palette is layered and leads with strong dried cherry and a lingering finish of fresh strawberry, wild blueberry and subtle caramelized mushroom.
About the Producer
Named for Cecil’s 17-year career as a San Francisco firefighter, Hook & Ladder is helmed today by grandson Jason De Loach, an accomplished winemaker who joined the winery in 2006. Hook & Ladder is an “estate” producer, specializing in small bottlings of Pinot Noir, “Old Vine” Zinfandel, Chardonnay, Cabernet Sauvignon and Bordeaux-style blends sourced from the family’s sustainably-farmed vineyards in Russian River Valley and its sub-appellation, Chalk Hill. The winery also produces and sells estate-grown Olive Oil from trees grown at their Los Amigos Ranch. These days, Cecil and Christine can often be found at the winery they founded, helping out in the office, cellar and occasionally in the tasting room, which is festooned with fire station t-shirts given to the winery by visiting firefighters from all around the world