New Release: 2010 Pinot Noir, Carneros

The 2010 harvest reminded everyone that Mother Nature is always in charge. A cool, wet spring set flowering and fruit set back by at least two weeks, followed by a cooler than normal June/July and then a two day heat spike in August that wiped out previous heat records and about 20% of our Pinot Noir crop. Needless to say, there were many sleepless nights for everyone. But, as always, patience was rewarded in the end, and a somewhat smaller pinot crop ripened perfectly through September and when Jim Haire arrived on Oct 5^th with the first pick of our organically farmed Clone 667 Carneros Pinot Noir, we were reminded once again why the Carneros produces some of the best Pinot Noir in the world. With a gorgeous dark ruby color, and intense aromas of briary black cherry and raspberry mingled with hints of cedar, sarsaparilla, and rhubarb, this 2010 Carneros Pinot Noir is drinking beautifully right now and should age gracefully for many years to come. Enjoy!

Thankful Thoughts

What are we thankful for…

“I am grateful for everyday!”
- Rosa Lee deLeuze, Founder

“I am Thankful for sooooo many things!!! A great family and people I work with who often feel like family. A harvest that seemed like it might not happen and then a Spectacular Fall (seemed more like Summer) which I am still enjoying as I drive up the valley each morning. My health and the health of those around me, and of course, the amazing bounty of the Napa Valley. The place I am Lucky enough to call home!”
- Brett deLeuze, President

“I have many things to be grateful for day in and day out. I am happy, healthy, loved, live in a beautiful part of the country, have an amazing husband, and am surrounded by a great group of friends, family, and co-workers!”
- Teresa D”Aurizio, Vice President of Sales

“I am thankful for my amazing husband and his support in getting me through my first travel season! I am also thankful for my family, and that I get to see them almost every day at work! Additionally, I am thankful for winter, and that it is finally cold enough to have fires and snuggle with Muffin!”
- Jill deLeuze, California Sales & Hospitality

“I am thankful for an Amazing husband, supportive family, healthy life, and working for ZD!”
- Sommer Miller, Receptionist

“Love, a wonderful husband, amazing families & friends. Laughter & health.”
- Kendra Gillette, Regional Sales Manager

“This has been a year full of excitement and growth with a new house, a solid relationship and the rewards of a busy life to be thankful for.”
- Chad McComber, Cellarmaster

“I am grateful for a safe journey across this beautiful country and finding a job at the best family run winery in Napa Valley.”
- Diana Boudreaux, Tasting Room Manager

“I am grateful for family who are friends and friends who are like family.”
- Marissa Holmer, Consumer Relations

“I am so thankful to live in this great country and especially the Napa Valley in all its beauty which often times reminds me of home. I am truly blessed to work for an amazing family and fortunate to be surrounded by my wonderful family and friends. ”
- Barbie Jamieson, Retail Sales Director

“I am thankful for being lucky in love. A wonderful family & career, I have health & happiness along with a new puppy, Ginger. What more can a girl ask for? ”
- Emily Floyd, Assistant Tasting Room Manager

November 29, 2011

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New Release: 2010 Pinot Noir, Carneros

Thankful Thoughts

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