2024 WALT Blue Jay Pinot Noir

Name: 2024 WALT Blue Jay Pinot Noir
Brand: Walt Wines
SKU: 24WPN7BJ
Price: 50.00 USD
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Owen Bargreen
"Fresh and nicely textured, the 2024 ‘Blue Jay’ is loaded with bright red fruits with damp earth, tobacco leaf and shades of salty damp soils. Concentrated and delicious, this saw some stem inclusion."

Tasting notes

The 2024 Blue Jay Pinot Noir opens with inviting aromas of black cherry, wild blueberry, and oakmoss accented by a hint of black tea. Our signature inclusion of roasted stems in fermentation lends savory spice and structural lift to the smooth, silky palate. Concentrated dark fruit flavors unfold with freshness and energy, leaving a lingering impression of briar and warm earth.

Cherry
Moss
Black Tea
Dark Fruit

Map showcasing the Anderson Vallsy Wine Appellation of California

Vineyard notes

Anderson Valley Pinot Noir

Focused and elegant with luscious cherry fruit and lifting acidity.

Hillside Slopes

Southern exposure, cobbled clay loam soils and rock outcroppings.

Exceptional Appellation

Due to its proximity to cool, steady winds from the Pacific Ocean.

Wine Facts

Our Blue Jay is sourced from a unique set of vineyards from 'The Corner' of Anderson Valley — located in the hills to the East of Boonville. Both of our estate properties have steep hillsides, aspect, and light gravelly soils that combine to create optimal ripening conditions. These very rugged vineyard sites continuously produce fruit of great depth and character.

Bottle Size

750ml

Varietal Composition

100% Pinot Noir

Barrel Aging

10 Months in 25% New French Oak

Vineyard Designation

Anderson Creek and Donnelly Creek

Appellation

Anderson Valley

Vintage Notes

The 2024 vintage began with much-needed winter rainfall that revitalized the soil and set the stage for healthy vine growth and a balanced crop. Summer was marked by mostly moderate temperatures, with a brief burst of warmth around Labor Day, when well-developed canopies shielded the fruit from excess heat. As harvest approached, mild daytime temperatures and cool nights arrived, allowing for steady ripening into September. The resulting wines showcase beautiful color and depth, with precise acidity, rich texture, and concentrated flavors.