Winemaker Christian Roguenant is a busy man, making wines under the growing stable of Niven Family wines as well as for Alma Rosa and Rosenthal Estate. Baileyana is the flagship of Niven Family, focused on Chardonnay and Pinot Noir. This vintage of the Firepeak Pinot delivers damp earth, leaf, cherry, rhubarb, fall spice & a light note of cola in the aroma profile, with flavors delivered directly over food friendly acidity. The spice mix is the leader here, with red fruit and leaf notes supporting and integrating well into a very long finish. As with all the Niven labels, this bottling brings serious value for your money. Well done – as usual!
Baileyana Wines, Edna Valley (California) Pinot Noir 2010
By Rich Cook