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Pinot Meunier New Mexico

New Mexico Pinot Meunier

The Gruet Pinot Meunier from New Mexico is an exceptional red wine that showcases the vibrant character of this lesser-known varietal. With a medium body, it strikes a beautiful balance between richness and approachability, making it a delightful choice for various occasions. The refreshing acidity adds a lively quality, allowing the wine to pair wonderfully with a range of dishes, from grilled meats to roasted vegetables. Its fruit intensity is prominent, displaying enticing notes of ripe cherry and raspberry, complemented by subtle hints of spice and earthiness. The velvety tannins provide a smooth mouthfeel, while the wine remains dry, making it an elegant option for both casual gatherings and more formal celebrations.

Tasting notes:


Cherry, Blackberry, Baking Spice

Cherry

Cherry

Blackberry

Blackberry

Baking Spice

Baking Spice

Region:


New Mexico
New Mexico

New Mexico, with its high desert landscapes and dramatic mountain ranges, offers a unique and diverse winegrowing environment in the American Southwest. The state's American Viticultural Areas (AVAs) benefit from the high altitude and the intense sunlight, which together create a significant diurnal temperature variation. This variation sharply cools the vineyards at night, tempering the daytime heat and allowing grapes to ripen slowly and develop complex flavors while retaining essential acids. The arid climate and minimal rainfall reduce the risk of vine diseases and allow vintners to control vine vigor through irrigation. Vineyards at lower elevations tend to produce bolder, more intense wines, while those at higher elevations excel in growing cooler-climate varieties, yielding more delicate and aromatic wines.

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