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WNLQ9 vintage signal, averaged from Wine Enthusiast Wine Vintage Chart 2026 Edition's 4 closely-agreeing California 2017 ratings (Sonoma Cabernet Sauvignon; Sonoma Pinot Noir; Central Coast Pinot Noir; Paso Robles Reds).
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Ma Danseuse is one of three estate Pinot Noir designates Peter Michael draws from its Seaview Estate, a 400-acre property acquired in 1998 on the first coastal ridgeline in Sonoma County, within the Fort Ross-Seaview AVA. Roughly thirty acres were planted to Pinot Noir in 2006 and 2007, with first releases from the 2009 vintage.
The blocks sit between 1,000 and 1,500 feet on steep mountain slopes above the fog, and the soils are described by sources as alluvial sediments, decomposed volcanic material and clay. The fruit for this bottling comes from the northernmost sections of the Seaview vineyard.
The producer's own Ma Danseuse page states the wine is "100% naturally fermented using native yeast" and aged "Sixteen months in 50% new French oak barrels from select artisan coopers." The result is a cool-climate, ridge-grown Pinot Noir built on red-fruited lift, fine tannin and a savoury, mineral edge rather than weight.
Peter Michael Winery was founded by Sir Peter Michael, a British engineer and businessman, beginning with the purchase of the Knights Valley property in 1982. The estate built its reputation on Chardonnay and Cabernet Sauvignon from that mountain site before
turning to the coast: in 1998 the family acquired a 400-acre property in what is now the Fort Ross-Seaview AVA, planted on the first ridge-line from the coast, and put Pinot Noir in the ground there in 2006 and 2007.
That Seaview Estate now yields three Pinot Noir designates, Le Caprice, Ma Danseuse and Clos du Ciel. The cellar has a long line of well-known winemakers, including Helen Turley and Mark Aubert in earlier years, followed by Luc Morlet. Nicolas Morlet, Luc's brother and one of the fifth generation to grow wine on the family estate for Champagne Pierre Morlet, took over from Luc in 2005.
In 2015 Sir Peter and Lady Michael handed day-to-day operations to their son Paul and his wife Emily.
Roast duck breast with cherry and thyme
Duck has enough fat and savoury depth to meet a cool-climate Pinot without overwhelming it, and the wine's red-fruit register and bright acidity cut the richness.
Grilled shiitake and matsutake mushrooms with soy butter
The forest-floor and mineral side of a ridge-grown Pinot echoes the earthiness of grilled mushrooms, while the wine's fine tannin stays out of the way of a delicate dish.
Grilled pork neck with tamarind dipping sauce (คอหมูย่าง น้ำจิ้มแจ่ว)
Charred, fatty pork and the sour-savoury jaew sauce sit well with the wine's acidity and red fruit; the mild chilli in a jaew is within reach for a medium-bodied, moderate-alcohol Pinot, though heavier chilli would flatten it.
Product information compiled from producer, importer and reference sources.
Elegant Sonoma Pinot Noir with bright red fruit, silky tannins, and food-friendly structure.
Peter Michael's Ma Danseuse is a refined expression of Sonoma County Pinot Noir, showcasing the varietal's hallmark elegance and versatility. The 2017 vintage reveals bright red cherry and strawberry on the nose, with subtle earth and oak complexity. Medium-full body and balanced acidity make this wine approachable yet sophisticated, suitable for both casual dining and special occasions.
The silky tannin structure and restrained oak integration reflect careful winemaking that prioritizes fruit expression over extraction.
** Vintage may change — please confirm with our team.
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