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Panorama Vineyard

2012 Arroyo Seco Pinot Noir

La Crema Panorama Vineyard 2012 Pinot Noir is a captivating expression of the Arroyo Seco region, showcasing the wine's vibrant red color that immediately draws you in. This medium-bodied wine offers a beautiful balance of acidity, creating a refreshing mouthfeel that elevates its elegance. The fruit intensity is prominent, with tantalizing notes of ripe cherries and red berries intermingling with subtle hints of earthy undertones. Its tannins are well-integrated, providing a soft yet structured presence that supports the fruit profile. Lively and exuding a sense of finesse, this Pinot Noir is beautifully dry, making it a delightful complement to a variety of dishes. Enjoy this exquisite wine, which embodies the true character of its terroir, and experience the harmonious flavors that unfold in each sip.

Tasting notes:


Black Cherry

Black Cherry

Baking Spice

Baking Spice

Earth

Earth

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:


Mushroom Risotto, Pork, Mushroom Stew

Region:


Arroyo Seco

Lying in the middle of the Salinas Valley, the under-appreciated Arroyo Seco AVA is a beacon of cool-climate winemaking in Monterey County. Its vineyards—especially those to the east—are buffeted for much of the day by cold Pacific winds and shrouded by fog. This combines to give Arroyo Seco an extremely long growing season. Soils throughout the AVA are stony, and these stones absorb sunlight to provide additional heat to the vines. While winemakers face a challenging growing environment, the effort is worth it, as the area produces superbly balanced Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Sauvignon Blanc and Riesling; intriguing Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon perform well in the western part of the AVA.

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