Estate Pinot Noir | Elegant, Perfumed, and Exceptionally Refined
Region: Fort Ross-Seaview, Sonoma Coast, California, USA
Grape: 100% Pinot Noir
Style: Medium-bodied, refined, and aromatic with Burgundian elegance
Nose:
Highly aromatic, with notes of wild strawberry, red cherry, and raspberry layered with rose petal, forest floor, spice, and subtle oak
Palate:
Silky and precise, showcasing bright red fruit, cranberry, and pomegranate with hints of tea leaf, earth, and delicate spice
Structure:
Medium-bodied with fine, polished tannins, vibrant acidity, and a beautifully balanced, elegant framework
Finish:
Long, graceful, and persistent, with lingering red fruit, floral notes, and refined minerality
Ma Danseuse is one of Peter Michael’s most sought-after Pinot Noirs, sourced from the high-elevation, coastal vineyards of Fort Ross-Seaview. Known for its purity, finesse, and aromatic intensity, it reflects a Burgundian-inspired approach to Californian Pinot Noir.
The 2024 vintage is expected to deliver exceptional balance and precision, combining bright fruit, freshness, and structure with remarkable elegance and ageing potential.
The 2024 vintage along the Sonoma Coast shows excellent promise, with cool coastal conditions contributing to wines of clarity, freshness, and refined structure.
Now: Youthful—benefits from aeration
Peak: 2027–2042+
Cellaring Potential: 15–20 years
Duck and game birds
Roast poultry
Mushroom and truffle dishes
Fine dining cuisine and elegant preparations
