After a successful inaugural first vintage, our 2021 Silver Eagle "Generations" Pinot Noir builds upon a great foundation laid by our 2019. This wine is a true testament to Thomas [Rivers Browns'] non-interventionist style that allows the vintage to shine through first and foremost. The mild and even weather in 2021, along with the cool Occidental site, allowed for extended hang time. Picked at a moderate 23.4 Brix on September 19, the vineyard is meticulously farmed and all of the fruit arrived in perfect condition. Fermentation with 30% whole cluster made for a beautifully perfumed, aromatic Pinot Noir.Offering scents of Christmas spice, cherry, cranberry and some forest floor, the wine's balance really shines through to a long detailed finish. More Burgundian than the 2019, this has the ethereal quality we love in Pinot Noir. We are thrilled to be working with the Valdez Family and this historic site for many "Generations" to come. | Riverain