Williams Selyem, Russian River Valley, Mass Selection Estate Vineyard, Block 10, Pinot Noir 2014 Grenache at an altitude of 400

at an altitude of 400 to 600 meters

above the fog line

and a touch of cherries

What an outstanding wine

the wine will easily last another decade

Williams Selyem, Russian River Valley, Mass Selection Estate Vineyard, Block 10, Pinot Noir 2014 Grenache at an altitude of 400After two stellar vintages, 2014 completes the trifecta of high quality growing seasons where the wines exhibit purity of place with generous fruit and elegant textures. The season began as one of the driest winters on record with only 40% of normal rainfall by mid season. April rains replenished the soils moisture profile to re invigorate the plants, boost growth, and help set a bountiful crop. The harvest season was near perfect with warm