Evesham Wood La Grive Bleue Pinot Noir 2023

Evesham Wood La Grive Bleue Pinot Noir 2023

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A voluminous, textural delight. As the vines near 30 years old, La Grive Bleue picks up classic Le Puits Sec notes of plum and sage. But its different clones of Pinot Noir continue to sing a singular voice, one that adds delectable black cherries that glide on a feel of fine cashmere.

2023 was a strong vintage for the quality and character of La Grive Bleue; sadly, yields were not strong and only two barrels (50 cases) were made.

The winery: La Grive Bleue loosely translates to The Blue Bird; it is named for the Western Blue Bird, the preservation of which was a prime motivation for Russ to farm Le Puits Sec organically. It is a symbol of Russ’s legacy, his commitment to environmental conservation, which we carry with us today. 

In 1996 Russ and Mary traded their eastern strip of land for a strip along their northern border. It was a win-win—the eastern strip was too low in elevation to plant grapes and the northern strip was too hilly for the neighbors to farm. 

In contrast to Le Puits Sec’s Pommard clone, Russ planted Dijon clones in the new vineyard block and bottled it separately to denote its younger vines. As it approaches 30 years of age, compared to Le Puits Sec’s 40, we note how some Le Puits Sec notes have emerged in La Grive Bleue, yet the two wines remain distinct, each with their own signature.

2021 vintage notes

All the characteristics that have made La Grive Bleue not just one of our favorite Evesham Wood wines but one of our most cherished wines, period, are all here: the soaring aromas, cherries mingling with rosemary blossoms, an expansive and elegant palate of fantastic flavors. But the texture is otherworldly, like no previous vintage, so beautifully creamy-silky. This heavenly feel marries with Evesham's vibrant soul and we're left knowing that La Grive Bleue has graduated to a higher perch.

Always-limited production made from estate grown, certified organic, 25 year-old vines. 

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If you haven't found a full case (12 bottles) to buy today, start your Build a Case®  now by purchasing a few bottles online, by phone or email. If you order online, select the Build a Case®  option. If by phone or email, just ask us to add the bottles to a Build a Case®  for you. You'll receive order confirmation and we'll cellar the wines for you until you reach a full case.

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