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Clark & Telephone Vineyard

2004 Santa Maria Valley Pinot Noir

The Belle Glos Clark & Telephone Vineyard Pinot Noir from the 2004 vintage showcases the exquisite qualities of the Santa Maria Valley. This full-bodied red wine presents a delightful balance of richness and elegance, offering a vibrant acidity that enhances its overall freshness. The fruit intensity is prominent, featuring lush flavors of dark cherry, raspberry, and subtle hints of spice, which beautifully intertwine on the palate. Tannins are notably structured yet refined, providing a smooth mouthfeel that complements the wine's complexity. As a dry wine, it elegantly invites further exploration, making it an outstanding choice for both casual dinners and special occasions.

Tasting notes:


Black Cherry

Black Cherry

Oak

Oak

Baking Spice

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

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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