J Vineyards & Winery 2018 Pinot Noir Central Coast, California

2018 Central Coast Pinot Noir

The J Vineyards & Winery 2018 Pinot Noir from Central Coast, California is a harmonious red wine with a medium body that elegantly balances a moderate acidity and a pleasant fruit intensity. The wine showcases the classic characteristics of a Pinot Noir varietal, offering a smooth texture and well-integrated tannins that enhance the overall drinking experience. The 2018 vintage captures the essence of Central Coast terroir, delivering a delightful blend of fruit flavors with a touch of acidity that adds a refreshing zing to each sip.

Tasting notes:

A beautiful blend with depth. This Pinot is fruit-forward with notes of cherry, blueberry, and blackberry jam that melds beautifully with earth, spice, and forest floor notes.

Spices

Forest Floor

Cherry

Flavor profile:

Acidity Mild

Low Pronounced

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Tannin Mild

Low Pronounced

Body Medium

Very Light Full

Sweetness Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

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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