Copain Trousseau Noir Anderson Valley 2020
Country
United States
Region
Anderson Valley
Producer
Copain Wines
Grape(s)
Trousseau (100%)
Type
Red
Style
Fruity
Oaked Style
Oaked
Body Style
Medium bodied
Dry/Sweet Style
Dry
Alcohol Content
12.5%
Closure Style
Cork
Organic/Biodynamic
No
Sustainable
Yes-sustainable practices
Vegetarian/Vegan
Vegetarian
Yes
Vegan
Yes
Allergens
Sulphites
Yes
Milk
No
Egg
No
Region
Anderson Valley is located in the rolling hills of the coastal region of Mendocino County, 110 miles northwest of San Francisco. The western edge of the Anderson Valley, known to locals as the deep end—is located a mere 10 miles from the Pacific coast. From here, the low-lying, narrow valley is perfectly poised to capture the cool ocean breezes and funnel the early morning fog inland and upriver. Rain is often plentiful, although it can vary from year to year. Just a dozen miles from the chilly Pacific Ocean, numerous creeks and rivers snake through a rugged landscape that dips and swells from sea level to 2,500 feet in elevation.
Producer
Perched on a hillside overlooking the bucolic Russian River Valley, Copain specializes in vineyard designate Pinot Noir, Chardonnay and Syrah.
Founded in 1999, Copain, meaning ‘friend’ or ‘buddy’ in French, embodies our philosophy that wine enhances life’s most joyous occasions, and is an experience best shared with friends and family. Sourced from cool climate vineyards in Mendocino County, the Anderson Valley and the Sonoma Coast, the Copain portfolio consists of three distinct collections—Tous Ensemble, Les Voisins, and the vineyard designate wines. These wines have been long inspired by France’s Rhone Valley wine region resulting in Copain’s signature style of restrained, and elegant wines.
Tasting Notes
This wine pays homage to its heritage, displaying a soft and elegant texture, similar to Pinot Noir. The nose is highly aromatic, layered with rich spice, graphite and floral notes. The delicate palate is carried through by vibrant red fruits, orange peel, cinamon notes and a lingering finish. Trousseau is one of the native grapes of the Jura region, and Guthrie planted heritage clones of this uncommon variety to a particularly gravelly parcel of Copain`s estate vineyard.
Food
Typically paired with roasted game or poultry with celeriac, smoked sausages and hard cheeses.
Media
92 points - Antonio Galloni, May 2021
