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Little Snack

2022 New Mexico Pinot Grigio

The Alta Marfa Little Snack, crafted from the 2022 vintage, is a delightful Pinot Grigio hailing from the picturesque region of New Mexico. This white wine embodies a light body, with mild acidity that gently caresses the palate. The fruit intensity in this Pinot Grigio is moderate, offering a refreshing and vibrant experience. The dryness of the wine adds to its crisp and invigorating profile, making it the perfect companion for a relaxing afternoon or a casual gathering with friends.

Tasting notes:

Peach

White Peach

Honeysuckle

Pairs well with:

Ceviche, Pasta Primavera, Lemon Butter Scallops

Region:

New Mexico

New Mexico, with its high desert landscapes and dramatic mountain ranges, offers a unique and diverse winegrowing environment in the American Southwest. The state's American Viticultural Areas (AVAs) benefit from the high altitude and the intense sunlight, which together create a significant diurnal temperature variation. This variation sharply cools the vineyards at night, tempering the daytime heat and allowing grapes to ripen slowly and develop complex flavors while retaining essential acids. The arid climate and minimal rainfall reduce the risk of vine diseases and allow vintners to control vine vigor through irrigation. Vineyards at lower elevations tend to produce bolder, more intense wines, while those at higher elevations excel in growing cooler-climate varieties, yielding more delicate and aromatic wines.

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