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Comptche Ridge Vineyard

2005 Mendocino County Pinot Noir

The 2005 Anthill Farms Comptche Ridge Vineyard Pinot Noir is a captivating expression of the Mendocino County terroir, offering a delightful red hue that invites exploration. This wine is medium-bodied, featuring a vibrant acidity that brings a refreshing lift to the palate. The fruit intensity shines through with prominent flavors of ripe red berries, seamlessly integrated with subtle earthy notes that reflect its origins. The tannins are notably structured, providing a firm backbone while maintaining a sense of elegance throughout. This Pinot Noir is beautifully balanced, making it an excellent choice for a wide range of food pairings or simply to enjoy on its own. With its dry profile, it gracefully showcases the complexity that comes from mature vines grown in a distinguished vineyard.

Tasting notes:


Black Cherry

Black Cherry

Raspberry

Raspberry

Earth

Earth

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:


North Coast
North Coast

The North Coast AVA is a vast "super region" covering three million acres of prime land north of San Francisco. It encompasses the famous wine counties of Napa, Sonoma and Mendocino, as well as Lake, Marin and Solano. While most wines from these counties are made under one of the prestigious regional AVAs, winemakers can also blend grapes from different counties. In this way, they create wines that show off the quality of the entire region and are not limited to specific terroirs. Common varieties include Cabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Merlot, Sauvignon Blanc and Zinfandel.

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