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Lot 89

2012 Santa Rita Hills Pinot Noir

90+ Cellars Lot 89 is a delightful red wine that showcases the elegance of Pinot Noir from the renowned Santa Rita Hills. This 2012 vintage presents a medium body, offering a lovely balance between richness and finesse. The acidity is bright and lively, bringing a refreshing quality to the wine that enhances its food-friendliness. With a pronounced fruit intensity, this Pinot Noir reveals enticing notes of ripe cherry, raspberry, and subtle earthiness, making it a captivating choice for both casual sipping and special occasions. The tannins are medium, softening beautifully as the wine breathes, contributing to a smooth, velvety mouthfeel. Overall, this wine is enjoyable and approachable, delivering an exquisite representation of its coastal California terroir.

Tasting notes:


Black Cherry

Black Cherry

Raspberry

Raspberry

Baking Spice

Baking Spice

Flavor profile:


Acidity Mild

Low Pronounced

Body Medium

Very Light Full

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Sweetness Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Tannin Medium

Low Pronounced

Pairs well with:


Grilled Salmon, Roasted Chicken, Roasted Herbed Chicken

Region:


Central Coast
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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