Pinot Noir Clone 667
⏳ Drinking Window
2023 - 2028
🍽️ Food & Wine Pairings
Roasted duck, wild mushroom risotto, herb-crusted pork tenderloin
✨ Technical Specifications
Scheid Vineyards' Pinot Noir Clone 667 is a compelling exploration of clonal selection in the cool-climate terroir of Monterey County. Originating from the Côte d'Or in Burgundy, Clone 667 is one of the celebrated 'Dijon clones' brought to California to elevate the complexity of domestic Pinot Noir. In the wind-swept Salinas Valley, where the morning fog from the deep Monterey Bay acts as a natural air conditioner, this clone thrives beautifully. It is characterized by small, tightly packed clusters with thick skins, yielding a wine of deeper color, firmer structure, and more intense dark fruit aromas than traditional clones. Scheid's estate-grown expression showcases the synergy between Burgundian heritage and California's coastal climate, resulting in a structured, aromatic red with notes of black cherry, plum, and earthy spice.
🍾 About the Producer
Founded in 1972 by Al Scheid, Scheid Vineyards is a pioneering wine estate nestled in the heart of Monterey County's Salinas Valley in California. Over five decades, the family-owned operation has expanded across twelve distinct estate vineyards, leveraging the dramatic maritime cooling of the Monterey Bay to cultivate diverse grape varieties. Committed to forward-thinking stewardship, the winery is entirely powered by renewable wind energy and follows rigorous certified sustainable farming practices. Scheid Vineyards is celebrated for its diverse portfolio of vibrant white, red, and rosé wines, producing acclaimed varietal bottlings such as Cabernet Sauvignon, Albariño, and Barbera, alongside handcrafted cuvées like the Claret Reserve.
🍇 Grape Varieties
Pinot Noir