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Lutum

2012 Santa Maria Valley Pinot Noir

The Global Wine Co. Lutum, a delightful Pinot Noir from the Santa Maria Valley and 2012 vintage, showcases a captivating deep red hue that invites you to explore its nuances. With a medium body, this wine strikes a harmonious balance that makes it incredibly versatile, allowing it to pair beautifully with a variety of dishes. The acidity is bright and mouthwatering, enlivening the palate and providing a refreshing backbone to the wine's overall character. Fruit intensity is prominent, offering flavors of ripe cherry and raspberry, enhanced by subtle earthiness and hints of spice that are typical of a well-crafted Pinot Noir. The tannins are soft, providing structure without overwhelming the delicate fruit components. This wine exhibits a dry profile, making it an excellent choice for those who appreciate a refined and elegant expression of Pinot Noir.

Tasting notes:


Black Cherry

Black Cherry

Raspberry

Raspberry

Baking Spice

Baking Spice

Flavor profile:


Body Medium

Very Light Full

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Sweetness Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Tannin Medium

Low Pronounced

Acidity Low

Low Pronounced

Pairs well with:


Duck Breast, Roasted Herbed Chicken, Mushroom Stew

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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