2022 LOS OLIVOS DISTRICT PINOT NOIR
Bright, floral, and fresh, this Central Coast Pinot Noir entices the nose with sweet aromatics of red maraschino cherry and licorice underscored by freshly cracked pepper and savory vegetal notes. In the mouth, fruit-forward flavors are layered with a juicy, mouthwatering acidity, leading to a dry finish on the front of the palate.
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VARIETAL 100% Pinot Noir
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APPELLATION Los Olivos District
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ALCOHOL 13.8%
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PRICE $23
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UPC 8 10034 60074 5
The 2022 vintage proved to be challenging for winegrowers in the Los Olivos District, but produced excellent wines. While the growing season began with ideal conditions with bud break in early March, a lack of rainfall combined with a cool and windy spring pushed yields down in most areas. Record heat as well as a significant rainfall in September impacted canopies, resulting in later harvests at lower sugar levels than in previous years. Though yields were below normal, fruit quality remained high, especially in Pinot Noir.
With a light and fruit-forward tasting profile, this Pinot Noir pairs exceptionally well with barbecued pulled pork sandwiches with cranberry sauce, roasted chicken, a crispy pan seared salmon salad, or chocolate covered strawberries.
Bright and shiny, with a chalky mouthfeel. Notes of red tea, oregano, mulberry, and tilled soil are fresh on the palate. Acidity is electric, enlivening a refreshing tone from start to finish.
91 Points, Tasting Panel Magazine