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Gilded Grape

2007 Santa Barbara County Pinot Noir

The Daniel Gehrs Gilded Grape is a captivating red Pinot Noir from the esteemed Santa Barbara County, renowned for its elegant expressions of this varietal. This 2007 vintage reveals a graceful balance with a medium body that is both supple and inviting. The wine showcases bright acidity, offering a refreshing lift that enhances its overall appeal. With fruit intensity that is prominently expressive, expect delightful notes of ripe cherries and strawberries intertwined with subtle hints of earthiness. The tannins are notably soft, providing a silky mouthfeel that effortlessly complements the wine's fruit-forward character. This Pinot Noir is crafted to be dry, making it an incredibly food-friendly option that pairs beautifully with a variety of culinary delights. Altogether, the Daniel Gehrs Gilded Grape offers an enriching tasting experience that reflects the unique terroir of its region.

Tasting notes:


Black Cherry

Black Cherry

Baking Spice

Baking Spice

Earth

Earth

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 Barbara County

Just north of Los Angeles at the southern tip of the Central Coast, Santa Barbara County is one of California's winemaking gems. Although a long way from Napa and Sonoma, Santa Barbara's prime AVAs—the Santa Maria and Santa Ynez Valleys and the Santa Rita Hills—produce exemplary cool-climate Pinot Noir and Chardonnay. It is all thanks to the terroir. Despite its proximity to sunny southern California, Santa Barbara County is hilly, and its vineyards lie close to the Pacific Ocean. With little rainfall but an abundance of chilly ocean winds and fogs, the growing season is very long here. This allows grapes to ripen slowly over an extended period and develop wonderfully complex flavors.

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