Kivelstadt Cellars 'Native Son' Charbono 2023, Mendocino County, California

REGION 
Mendocino County, Sonoma Valley, California

 

VARIETAL 
Pinot Noir

 

TASTING NOTES

Originally from Savoie and possibly related to Dolcetto, Charbono was widely planted all over California in the beginning of the 20th century. While it has largely been ripped out or grafted over in favor of better-known “international” varietals, there is a small amount remaining in the North Coast. Kivelstadt is fortunate to have access to a two-acre block at Venturi Vineyard and makes this rare and unique varietal combining its brooding strength with a light, fun and lower alcohol style. This bright beauty features high-toned fruit flavors melded with intense earthy spice and forest floor notes, with a supple minerality and well-integrated tannins. -Winemaker's Notes

 

(Organic)