Madson Santa Cruz Mountains Pinot Noir 2023
Madson Santa Cruz Mountains Pinot Noir 2023
Madson Wines is a collaboration between Cole Thomas, Ken Swegles and Abbey Chrystal out of the Santa Cruz Mountains. The trio is committed to celebrating the terroir of these mountains, highlighting the natural freshness and acidity grapes are able to retain here. They work mostly with Pinot Noir and Chardonnay, showcasing single-vineyard bottlings as well as blends. Their focus is on energy and elegance.
This cuvée is a celebration of Pinot Noir in the Santa Cruz Mountains, the first appellation established purely from topography in California. These grapes come from several small organically farmed vineyards throughout the appellation. While each site bears unique qualities, all share the same parent soil: ancient marine sediment. Proximity to the cool ocean permits a longer growing season than in much of California. This allows the vineyards to achieve phenolic maturity while retaining natural acidity.
A 100% whole cluster fermentation yields aromas of dried hibiscus, bright red fruit, and dusty library books. A balanced earthy palate with medium tannin and a hint of orange peel.
