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Carneros Hills

2008 Los Carneros Pinot Noir

La Crema Carneros Hills is an exquisite 2008 Pinot Noir from the picturesque Los Carneros region, renowned for producing elegant and nuanced wines. This lovely red wine showcases a medium body that gracefully balances vibrant acidity with a delightful fruit intensity, featuring prominent notes of dark cherries and ripe strawberries. The tannins are smooth and well-integrated, adding a layer of sophistication without overwhelming the palate. As a dry wine, La Crema Carneros Hills presents a truly harmonious experience, making it an exceptional choice for pairing with roasted poultry or a savory mushroom risotto. This wine reflects the unique terroir of Los Carneros, capturing the essence of this remarkable winegrowing region.

Tasting notes:


Black Cherry

Black Cherry

Raspberry

Raspberry

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 Mild

Low Pronounced

Region:


Los Carneros

Carneros straddles the southern border of two of the state's finest winegrowing regions—Napa and Sonoma—down to the north shore of San Pablo Bay. This is a premium cool-climate winemaking area, where Chardonnay and Pinot Noir reign, producing delicate still and sparkling wines. Carneros Pinot Noir is famed for its berry and herb profile, while its Chardonnay is crisply acidic with fresh stone fruit flavors. The vines grow on low, rolling hills of shallow soils. They are frequently blanketed by coastal fog in the morning, then cooled by Pacific Ocean breezes in the afternoon. This creates a long growing season that yields deliciously fresh and elegant wines.

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