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Element

Santa Maria Valley Pinot Noir

The Cambria Element Pinot Noir showcases a delightful expression of fruit characteristics, making it an inviting choice for any wine lover. This red wine, hailing from the picturesque Santa Maria Valley, exhibits a medium body that beautifully balances its lively acidity, imparting a refreshing quality to each sip. The fruit intensity is prominent, revealing layers of ripe red cherry and raspberry, accented by subtle earthy undertones that add complexity. While the tannins are well-integrated and supportive, they do not overshadow the wine's vibrant character. This Pinot Noir is vinified in a dry style, ensuring that its fruity essence shines through, making it a perfect companion for a variety of dishes or enjoyable on its own.

Tasting notes:


Cherry, Raspberry, Baking Spice

Cherry

Cherry

Raspberry

Raspberry

Baking Spice

Baking Spice

Flavor profile:


Body Medium

Very Light Full

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Color Intensity Color Intensity 0

Low High

Spiciness Spiciness 2

Low High

Sweetness Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Oak Oak 3

Low High

Tannin Medium

Low Pronounced

Acidity Low

Low Pronounced

Pairs well with:


Roasted Duck, Roasted Pork, Black Cherry Glazed Duck

Region:


Santa Maria Valley
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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