The cool climate 2012 Pinot Noir Hirsch Vineyard is a blend of equal parts Pommard and Mt. Eden clones. It reveals a more rustic style with higher tannins, good acidity and a burly, medium-bodied, spicy style with good berry fruit as well as texture. Although still rough around the edges, it should soften with bottle age and drink well for 7-8 years. This is the personal project of Ehren Jordan, who was the long-time apprentice at Turley Cellars. These are all elegant, cool climate, finesse-styled wines that were obviously influenced by European rather than New World models. Jordan owns estate vineyards in the Fort Ross-Seaview AVA and purchased fruit from some of the top growers in that region. Tel. (707) 963-0530