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Lead Vocals

2014 Santa Maria Valley Pinot Noir

Timbre Winery's Lead Vocals, a beautiful expression of Pinot Noir from the esteemed Santa Maria Valley, captivates the senses with its radiant red hue. This 2014 vintage showcases a medium-bodied profile, offering a delightful balance of elegance and depth. The acidity is bright and refreshing, perfectly complementing the prominent fruit intensity that unfolds with layers of cherry, raspberry, and subtle hints of earthiness. Tannins are finely structured, providing a soft, silky mouthfeel that seamlessly enhances the wine's complexity. As a dry wine, Lead Vocals embraces a harmonious finish that invites another sip, making it a superb choice for both casual enjoyment and special occasions.

Tasting notes:


Black Cherry

Black Cherry

Raspberry

Raspberry

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:


Mushroom Risotto, Stuffed Mushrooms, 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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