Winemaker's Notes
This is from a single block of vineyard planted over a quarter century ago to a special clone imported from Burgundy. It has very bright natural acidity – more so than any other clone of Pinot Noir I have encountered. It has been an important energetic core of our Russian River Valley bottling for two decades and when that blend does not require every barrel of this in order to be spot-on, we bottle some separately. Fortunately, there has been enough to showcase as a solo act for a number of years.
Hibiscus, cedar, madrone blossoms, red & black cherry conserve and a hint of orange peel are on the aroma. It has a nicely structured framework with balancing plushness, it glides through seamlessly from front to back, from entry to finish with a haunting, clean persistence that invites yet another sip.
Normally, this is our last Pinot Noir bottling to ‘come around’ after bottling. Antonio Galloni recently wrote: ‘Unlike many Scherrer Pinots, the 2022 Hallberg can be enjoyed on release. (92 pts)’ I held this to release as the last of the 2022 Pinot Noirs because last Winter it seemed to need a few more months to show itself more fully. As Mr. Galloni tasted it recently, I agree that it is quite enjoyable right now.
Judi Scherrer –
Vinous – June 2026
The 2022 Pinot Noir Hallberg Vineyard is laced with hints of sweet red cherry, tobacco, cedar, dried flowers and earthy undertones. Open and a touch forward, the 2022 is a wine to drink over the near and medium term. Unlike many Scherrer Pinots, the 2022 Hallberg can be enjoyed on release. 92 points. Antonio Galloni