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Old California

2008 Santa Barbara County Pinot Noir

Toretti's Family Vineyard Old California Pinot Noir from the exceptional 2008 vintage is a stunning representation of Santa Barbara County's unique terroir. This red wine showcases a medium-bodied profile, offering a harmonious balance between fruitiness and acidity. The bright acidity gives the wine a refreshing quality that beautifully complements its fruit intensity, which is both prominent and alluring. Gentle tannins provide structure without overwhelming the palate, making this wine incredibly enjoyable and approachable. With its elegant dryness, this Pinot Noir pairs wonderfully with a variety of dishes, enhancing any dining experience with its delightful charm and character.

Tasting notes:


Black Cherry

Black Cherry

Raspberry

Raspberry

Earth

Earth

Flavor profile:


Acidity Low

Low Pronounced

Body Medium

Very Light Full

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Sweetness Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Tannin Medium

Low Pronounced

Pairs well with:


Roasted Duck, Duck Breast, Roasted Herbed Chicken

Region:


Santa Barbara County

Just north of Los Angeles at the southern tip of the Central Coast, Santa Barbara County is one of California's winemaking gems. Although a long way from Napa and Sonoma, Santa Barbara's prime AVAs—the Santa Maria and Santa Ynez Valleys and the Santa Rita Hills—produce exemplary cool-climate Pinot Noir and Chardonnay. It is all thanks to the terroir. Despite its proximity to sunny southern California, Santa Barbara County is hilly, and its vineyards lie close to the Pacific Ocean. With little rainfall but an abundance of chilly ocean winds and fogs, the growing season is very long here. This allows grapes to ripen slowly over an extended period and develop wonderfully complex flavors.

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