Rare Wines: Hale Mary Pinot Noir over the years (3 bottles from 2012, 2013 and 2014)

Item Number: 3003
Time Left: CLOSED
Value: $100
Online Close: May 15, 2018 9:00 PM PDT
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Description
This limited-quantity red wine is relatively light and can pair with a wide variety of foods. Enjoy and compare 3 vintages: 2012, 2013 and 2014.
Vineyard Notes:
- Single vineyard Pinot Noir produced from Teac Mor Vineyard, Russian River Valley
- Meticulously farmed by Moore family vineyard owners
- Full malolactic fermentation
- Aged for 11 months in French Oak Barrels 1/3 New, 1/3 One Year, 1/3 Neutral
- First vintage 2003
- 700 case annual production
A Little History:
- Garagiste family run operation involving Anthony and Mary Bourke of Marin County and Dr. Sean Bourke of Portola Valley
- Exclusive focus on production of ultra-premium Russian River Pinot Noir
The Name:
Hale Mary hand crafts small-lot, artisanal Pinot Noir from grapes grown exclusively in the Russian River Valley. We believe that this unique growing region provides the perfect climate to create elegant, luscious wines that capture the sensuous qualities of this sublime varietal.
Hale [adj]
Definition: Retaining exceptional health and vigor, as in hale and hearty
Hale Mary Inspiration
Life: To honor Mary B. and all cancer survivors for their struggle against a deadly disease.
Friendship: Appreciation of all friends who have supported us on our journey from humble garagistes to proud producers of beautiful Pinot Noir.
Passion: The driving force behind fanatic oenophiles aspiring to make world class wine.
A Votre Santé.