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Manchester Ridge Vineyard

2012 Mendocino County Pinot Noir

The Castello Di Amorosa Manchester Ridge Vineyard Pinot Noir from the 2012 vintage is a captivating red wine that showcases the elegance and charm of the Mendocino County region. This medium-bodied wine boasts a bright acidity that brings a refreshing quality to its profile, making it incredibly approachable. The fruit intensity is pronounced, with luscious notes of ripe red cherries, wild strawberries, and hints of cranberries dancing on the palate. The tannins are notably structured, providing a firm backbone that beautifully balances the fruit sweetness while enhancing the wine's ageability. With a delightful dry finish, this Pinot Noir is a wonderful representation of its terroir, inviting wine lovers to savor its complex layers and vibrant character.

Tasting notes:


Black Cherry

Black Cherry

Raspberry

Raspberry

Earth

Earth

Flavor profile:


Acidity Mild

Low Pronounced

Body Medium

Very Light Full

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Sweetness Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Tannin Mild

Low Pronounced

Pairs well with:


Grilled Salmon, Roasted Herbed Chicken, Seared Salmon

Region:


North Coast
North Coast

The North Coast AVA is a vast "super region" covering three million acres of prime land north of San Francisco. It encompasses the famous wine counties of Napa, Sonoma and Mendocino, as well as Lake, Marin and Solano. While most wines from these counties are made under one of the prestigious regional AVAs, winemakers can also blend grapes from different counties. In this way, they create wines that show off the quality of the entire region and are not limited to specific terroirs. Common varieties include Cabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Merlot, Sauvignon Blanc and Zinfandel.

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