About
Encroachment Wines is a small producer specializing in Pinot Noir from exceptional vineyards in the Russian River Valley, primarily the Dutton Widdoes Vineyard and Bacigalupi Vineyard. Crafted by winemaker Kirk Venge for four friends united by their passion, they create limited-production, elegant wines aged in new French oak, promising a special vintage each year at the mercy of nature. Current releases include the 2018 and 2019 Pinots, with the 2017 sold out.
Pinot Noir from Russian River Valley
Dutton Widdoes Vineyard
Kirk Venge winemaker
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What They Make
2017 Pinot Noir
Smooth and elegant with ripe strawberry, cola, cherry Chapstick; from Dutton Widdoes Vineyard; 100 cases; SOLD OUT
2018 Pinot Noir
61% Dutton Widdoes, 29% Bacigalupi; strawberry, cherry, hibiscus; aged 15 months 100% new French oak; unfiltered/unfined
2019 Pinot Noir
From Dutton Ranch, 40+ year old vines; maraschino cherry, vanilla, cassis, ginger, forest floor; aged 100% new French oak
Awards
Silver Medal, Napa Valley Wine Competition 2021
2021
Latest News
Current releases: 2018 and 2019 Pinot Noir available for order via PDF form or phone; 2017 sold out; online store coming soon.