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Balade

2023 Santa Lucia Highlands Pinot Noir

The 2023 Belle Glos Balade Pinot Noir from the Santa Lucia Highlands is a captivating expression of this revered varietal. This red wine boasts a full body that envelops the palate with a beautiful harmony of flavors. The high acidity adds a bright, mouthwatering quality, perfectly balanced by prominent fruit intensity. Rich notes of ripe cherry, red currant, and a touch of cranberry make for a delightful fruit-forward profile, while more subtle, soft tannins contribute to a smooth and elegant finish. The Santa Lucia Highlands, known for its favorable microclimate and exceptional grape-growing conditions, lends this Pinot Noir a distinctive character that’s both refreshing and refined. This wine is an excellent choice for pairing with a variety of foods or savoring on its own, exuding confidence and charm in every sip.

Tasting notes:


Cherry, Baking Spice, Raspberry

Cherry

Cherry

Baking Spice

Baking Spice

Raspberry

Raspberry

Flavor profile:


Acidity Mild

Low Pronounced

Color Intensity Color Intensity 4

Low High

Body Medium

Very Light Full

Oak Oak 3

Low High

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Spiciness Spiciness 2

Low High

Tannin Medium

Low Pronounced

Sweetness Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Region:


Santa Lucia Highlands
Santa Lucia Highlands

Nestled in the foothills of the Santa Lucia Mountains, this small but mighty area was recognized for the quality of its terroir and became an AVA in 1991. Cooled by Pacific Ocean fogs and strong Monterey Bay coastal breezes, the sunny vineyards here enjoy one of the longest growing seasons in the region. Some regard its powerful Pinot Noir and deeply flavored Chardonnay as among the best California has to offer. And if you want to look beyond classic Burgundy grapes, try Santa Lucia Highland's intriguing Northern Rhône-inspired Syrah.

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