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2021 Donum Home Ranch Pinot Noir Carneros

New in 2021, the Home Ranch Pinot Noir is a celebration of the multifaceted nature of vineyards that make up the Donum Ranch.

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2021 Donum Home Ranch Pinot Noir Carneros

New in 2021, the Home Ranch Pinot Noir is a celebration of the multifaceted nature of vineyards that make up the Donum Ranch.

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  • Limited-Production, Critically Acclaimed Wines
  • "One of the Finest Estates in Carneros" ~ Wine Enthusiast
  • "Very Structured and Flavorful" 93 James Suckling
  • Immersive Vineyard Experience with Iconic Art
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$125
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About The Wine

New in 2021, the Home Ranch Pinot Noir is a celebration of the multifaceted nature of vineyards that make up the Donum Ranch. Selected from some of the warmer parcels on the Estate, as well as from higher-impact barrels, the Home Ranch represents the richest and most full-bodied wine among our trio of Carneros Estate Pinot Noir, blended from multiple vineyard blocks.

Established in 2001 in the rolling hills of Sonoma’s Carneros region, Donum Estate has crafted its reputation on a simple belief: exceptional wines begin with an unwavering respect for the land. Every acre is farmed with intention, every vine nurtured with precision, and every decision rooted in sustainability.

Donum brings to life a rare harmony between fine wine, regenerative agriculture, and world-renowned contemporary art.

The Donum Collection, founded in 2011, is housed within The Donum Estate, one of the world’s largest private sculpture collections. Spanning over 200 acres, the estate features more than 60 monumental works, including site-specific commissions, displayed throughout the vineyards. The collection brings together renowned artists from 18 countries, with iconic pieces by figures such as Louise Bourgeois, celebrated for her Guggenheim sculptures; Fernando Botero, known for his larger-than-life depictions in Colombian art; and Yayoi Kusama, famous for her mesmerizing polka-dot installations. The fusion of art, wine, and land makes The Donum Estate a visually stunning and internationally recognized destination for collectors, travelers, and wine lovers.

Their philosophy is uncompromising. Donum farms to low yields to capture the purest expression of each site, channeling the vineyard’s energy and character into fruit of extraordinary concentration.

In the cellar, only the finest barrels make the cut, shaping wines that are rich yet impeccably balanced, layered yet refined, powerful yet elegant. The result is a portfolio of limited-production, critically acclaimed wines that consistently deliver remarkable depth and distinction.

As Wine Enthusiast notes, “Among the finest estates in Carneros, Donum is already a can’t-miss producer for many. But there’s an additional draw beyond its stunning Pinot Noir and Chardonnay: a world-class outdoor sculpture garden with works from Ai Weiwei, Anselm Kiefer, Louise Bourgeois, Richard Hudson, Keith Haring, and many others.”

Donum isn’t just a winery—it’s an experience, where art, earth, and craftsmanship come together to create something unforgettable.

Aging: 16 months in 60% new French oak.

ABV: 15.1%

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At A Glance

Varietal:
Pinot Noir
Region:
Napa Valley
Sub-Appellation:
Carneros
Alcohol:
13.5%
Size:
750ml

TASTING NOTES

What's in the Glass

PAIRS WITH
Chicken · Poultry · Lamb · Grilled Meat · Smoked Meat

Mouthfeel & Acidity

Light Body Full Body
 
 
 
 
 
Low Acidity High Acidity
 
 
 
 
 
Soft Tannins Firm Tannins
Dry Sweet

100% Pinot Noir.

Dark ruby in color, the Home Ranch Pinot Noir opens with aromas of kirsch and black cherry, with undertones of graphite and cigar.

The palate is rich and intense, with mouth-coating flavors of plum and blueberry. On the lush, lingering finish, the flavors turn toward anise, with powerful tannin holding the wine together.

CRITIC REVIEWS

What the Critics Said

A rich and layered pinot with ripe strawberry, berry and chocolate character with firm and polished tannins that are layered and bright. Very structured and flavorful. Needs time to come together but all here. Best after 2025. ~ 93 James Suckling

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THE PRODUCER

Donum Estate

Donum Estate is where art, earth, and wine meet in perfect harmony. Established in 2001 in the rolling hills of Sonoma’s Carneros region, Donum has built its legacy on the belief that great wines are born from a profound respect for the land. Each vineyard block is farmed with meticulous care, integrating organic and biodynamic practices that allow nature to lead.

The estate’s name—Donum, meaning “gift” in Latin—reflects the philosophy at its core: every bottle is a gift from the vineyard, shaped by coastal breezes, golden California sunlight, and the rugged character of its soils.

Today, under the guidance of the Donum team and with the estate’s iconic open-air sculpture collection watching over the vines, Donum continues to craft expressive, site-driven Pinot Noir and Chardonnay that capture both the artistry of winemaking and the soul of the land.

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