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11th Hour Pinot Noir Lot 1883 V. 2020

2020 Arroyo Seco Pinot Noir

The 11th Hour Cellars 11th Hour Pinot Noir Lot 1883 V. 2020 from Arroyo Seco showcases a beautifully vibrant red hue, epitomizing elegance and finesse. Crafted from the delicate and revered Pinot Noir grape variety, this wine embodies a perfect balance of body, acidity, fruit intensity, tannins, and dryness. With each sip, you are enveloped in a symphony of flavors that dance gracefully on the palate, leaving a lasting impression of the exquisite terroir of the Arroyo Seco region. A true gem that captures the essence of its vineyard origins in every velvety drop, this wine is a testament to the passion and expertise of its winemakers.

Tasting notes:

Black Cherry

Blackberry

Baking Spice

Flavor profile:

Acidity Mild

Low Pronounced

Sweetness Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Tannin Medium

Low Pronounced

Body Medium

Very Light Full

Pairs well with:

Duck Breast, Roasted Salmon, Seared Salmon

Region:

Arroyo Seco

Lying in the middle of the Salinas Valley, the under-appreciated Arroyo Seco AVA is a beacon of cool-climate winemaking in Monterey County. Its vineyards—especially those to the east—are buffeted for much of the day by cold Pacific winds and shrouded by fog. This combines to give Arroyo Seco an extremely long growing season. Soils throughout the AVA are stony, and these stones absorb sunlight to provide additional heat to the vines. While winemakers face a challenging growing environment, the effort is worth it, as the area produces superbly balanced Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Sauvignon Blanc and Riesling; intriguing Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon perform well in the western part of the AVA.

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