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Inocencio

2012 Santa Maria Valley Pinot Noir

The Toretti Inocencio, a 2012 Pinot Noir from the illustrious Santa Maria Valley, stands out with its expressive character and vibrant allure. In the glass, it reveals a captivating red hue, inviting you to explore its delightful profile. This wine is medium-bodied, boasting a harmonious balance that showcases its bright acidity, enhancing its liveliness and food-friendly versatility. The fruit intensity is prominent, featuring luscious red berries interwoven with subtle earthy undertones, while the tannins provide a smooth, polished texture that adds to its overall elegance. With a bone-dry finish, the Toretti Inocencio is a splendid representation of its region, perfect for any occasion where a sophisticated red is desired.

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

Pairs well with:


Roasted Duck, Roasted Herbed Chicken, Mushroom Stew

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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