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Appellation Series

Arroyo Seco Pinot Noir

The Hahn Appellation Series Pinot Noir from Arroyo Seco is a delightful expression of this renowned varietal. This wine greets you with a beautiful medium robe, exhibiting shades of ruby and garnet. On the nose, it offers a fragrant bouquet of red berry aromas, including raspberry and cherry, intermingled with subtle hints of rose petal and earthy undertones. The palate is elegantly balanced, featuring a light-bodied structure that remains supple and inviting. Bright acidity adds a vibrant edge, perfectly complementing the fresh and lively fruit flavors, while soft tannins create a smooth, seamless finish. Crafted in the unique terroir of Arroyo Seco, this Pinot Noir exudes a sense of place, reflecting the cool climate and well-draining soils of the region. A harmonious and food-friendly wine, it is sure to please both casual enthusiasts and seasoned connoisseurs alike.

Tasting notes:


Raspberry

Raspberry

Cherry

Cherry

Baking Spice

Baking Spice

Flavor profile:


Acidity Mild

Low Pronounced

Body Medium

Very Light Full

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Sweetness Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Tannin Medium

Low Pronounced

Pairs well with:


Duck Breast, Roasted Herbed Chicken, Black Cherry Glazed Duck

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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