Bien Nacido Vineyards

Santa Maria Valley Pinot Noir

Migration Bien Nacido Vineyards showcases a Pinot Noir from the Santa Maria Valley. This red wine exudes elegance and finesse, with a medium body that delicately balances its fruit-forward nature. The acidity is refreshing and vibrant, complementing the prominent fruit flavors inherent in Pinot Noir. The wine is crafted to offer a well-rounded experience, with notable but soft tannins that provide structure without overwhelming the palate. Overall, this Pinot Noir is a delightful representation of the Santa Maria Valley's winemaking prowess, boasting a dry finish that lingers gracefully.

Tasting notes:

Black Cherry

Raspberry

Baking Spice

Flavor profile:

Acidity Low

Low Pronounced

Body Medium

Very Light Full

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Sweetness Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Tannin Medium

Low Pronounced

Pairs well with:

Grilled Chicken, Roasted Herbed Chicken, Grilled Herbed Chicken

Region:

Santa Maria Valley

One hundred forty miles northwest of Los Angeles, the Santa Maria Valley is one of California's finest wine regions. Sun-baked and dry, yet river-fed and cooled by Pacific Ocean airflow, the wide east-west valley produces some of North America's most impeccably balanced Chardonnay and Pinot Noir. With its long growing season, grapes ripen slowly here, developing layers of flavor and fragrance. Moving inland, the extra warmth allows Bordeaux, Rhône, and Piedmont grape varieties to ripen entirely, producing richly seductive wines. Santa Maria Valley is California's second-oldest AVA, straddling both Santa Barbara and San Luis Obispo counties.

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