Longitude 120 West

2020 Santa Lucia Highlands Pinot Noir

The Longitude 120 West 2020 Pinot Noir from Santa Lucia Highlands, California, is a balanced and harmonious red wine. This Pinot Noir displays a medium body that gracefully complements its moderate acidity, allowing the fruit flavors to shine through. With a fruit intensity that is pronounced yet elegant, this wine offers a delightful sensory experience. The tannins in this Pinot Noir are notable, adding structure and depth to each sip.

Tasting notes:

The focus of our Pinot Noir leans away from primary fruit. Instead, each sip highlights characteristics brought forth by mindful winemaking. Aromas of oak mingle with dark chocolate on the nose. The palate presents rich flavors of mulberry and cedar supported by a firm tannic structure.

Cedar

Plum

Dark Chocolate

Flavor profile:

AcidityMild

LowPronounced

BodyMedium

Very LightFull

Fruit IntensityMedium

LowPronounced

SweetnessDry

Bone DrySweet

Region:

Santa Lucia Highlands

Nestled in the foothills of the Santa Lucia Mountains, this small but mighty area was recognized for the quality of its terroir and became an AVA in 1991. Cooled by Pacific Ocean fogs and strong Monterey Bay coastal breezes, the sunny vineyards here enjoy one of the longest growing seasons in the region. Some regard its powerful Pinot Noir and deeply flavored Chardonnay as among the best California has to offer. And if you want to look beyond classic Burgundy grapes, try Santa Lucia Highland's intriguing Northern Rhône-inspired Syrah.

Awards:

Best of Class, 2022 North of the Gate Wine Competition
97 Points, 2022 North of the Gate Wine Competition
94 Points, 2020 Critics Challenge: International Wine Competition
93 Points, 2020 Sommelier Challenge
92 Points, 2021 International Women's Wine Competition
91 Points, 2019 Harvest Challenge
91 Points, 2020 Winemaker Challenge
90 Points, 2020 USA Wine Ratings
90 Points, 2020 Winemaker Challenge
Platinum Medal, 2020 Critics Challenge: International Wine Competition
Double Gold Medal, 2022 North of the Gate Wine Competition
Gold Medal, 2023 San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition
Gold Medal, 2021 North of the Gate Wine Competition
Gold Medal, 2021 International Women's Wine Competition
Gold Medal, 2020 USA Wine Ratings
Gold Medal, 2020 Sommelier Challenge
Gold Medal, 2020 Winemaker Challenge
Gold Medal, 2019 Harvest Challenge
Silver Medal, 2024 Press Democrat North Coast Wine Challenge
Silver Medal, 2024 West Coast Wine Competition
Silver Medal, 2023 San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition
Silver Medal, 2022 Harvest Terroir Challenge
Silver Medal, 2021 Sunset International Wine Competition
Silver Medal, 2021 International Women's Wine Competition
Silver Medal, 2021 Winemaker Challenge
Silver Medal, 2021 London Wine Competition
Silver Medal, 2020 USA Wine Ratings
Silver Medal, 2020 Sommelier Choice Awards
Silver Medal, 2020 London Wine Competition
Silver Medal, 2020 Sunset Magazine International Wine Competition
Silver Medal, 2020 San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition
Silver Medal, 2020 Winemaker Challenge
Silver Medal, 2020 Houston Rodeo Competition
Silver Medal, 2019 Harvest Challenge
Silver Medal, 2019 New Orleans International Wine Competition
Bronze Medal, 2020 San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition
Bronze Medal, 2019 Harvest Challenge
88 Points, 2021 Wine Enthusiast
86 Points, 2021 Wine Enthusiast
86 Points, 2021 London Wine Competition
85 Points, 2021 London Wine Competition
85 Points, 2020 London Wine Competition

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