| Most of us have seen the wine movie Sideways. At the time when I saw it, I hadn’t made Pinot Noir before. So here we are… The first grapes from our high density Pinot Noir plantings are in the cellar. Here is my #captainslog on the grapes coming in.
I thought I`d add the transcript from the movie of Miles`s explanation on why he is so into Pinot Noir: “It’s a hard grape to grow. As you know. Right? It’s, uh, it’s thin-skinned, temperamental, ripens early. It’s, you know, it’s not a survivor like cabernet, which can just grow anywhere and thrive even when it’s neglected. No, pinot needs constant care and attention. You know? And, in fact, it can only grow in these really specific, little tucked-away corners of the world. And only the most patient and nurturing of growers can do it, really. Only somebody who really takes the time to understand pinot’s potential can then coax it into its fullest expression.” So wish me luck – I think I`m in for a ride! |
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Good luck with it and glad you didn’t write the transcript of Miles’ freak out over merlot!
Comment by Arianna — February 13, 2012 @ 3:50 pm