Fess Parker 2018 Pinot Noir Santa Rita Hills, California

2018 Santa Rita Hills Pinot Noir

The Fess Parker 2018 Pinot Noir from Santa Rita Hills, California is a captivating red wine that embodies the essence of the region. With a balanced medium body, gentle acidity, and moderate fruit intensity, this Pinot Noir offers a harmonious tasting experience. The subtle tannins add structure without overwhelming, resulting in a well-rounded and elegant wine that is perfect for both casual sipping and pairing with a variety of dishes.

Tasting notes:

The mingling of flowers and red berries is what makes this wine a delight to come back to again and again. Serve with a light chill when it's hot out or with a roasted duck for a great time.

Raspberry

Cloves

Black Cherry

Flavor profile:

Acidity Mild

Low Pronounced

Body Medium

Very Light Full

Sweetness Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Tannin Medium

Low Pronounced

Region:

Central Coast

California's Central Coast might be a bit quieter than Napa or Sonoma to the north, but this lesser-known region produces many world-class wines. Enjoying incredible terroir along its vast 280-mile stretch—from San Francisco Bay to Santa Barbara—Central Coast wines are increasingly in demand. Its position between the Pacific Coast Ranges and the Southern Coast Ranges is key to its quality, with many cool-climate AVAs offering elegant Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Syrah and Merlot. In the hotter parts of the Central Coast, away from the coastal fogs and cold mountain slopes, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Syrah, Grenache and Mourvèdre are exceptional.

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