Pinot Noir

2023 California Pinot Noir

The Ballard Lane Pinot Noir from California showcases a vibrant red color, embodying the essence of this renowned grape variety. This wine offers a medium body with a delicate acidity that perfectly balances its fruit intensity, creating a harmonious and smooth drinking experience. The 2023 vintage brings out the best characteristics of Pinot Noir, making it an elegant and versatile choice for wine enthusiasts looking to savor the flavors of California winemaking.

Tasting notes:

Black Cherry

Baking Spice

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:

Mushroom Risotto, Roasted Herbed Chicken, Grilled Meats

Region:

California

California is one of the most diverse winegrowing regions in the world. Spanning 850 miles along North America's west coast—and inland across mountains and valleys—California's American Viticultural Areas (AVAs) cover a dizzying array of terroir. The cold, deep waters of the Pacific Ocean play a major role in cooling California's vineyards, sending fog and chilly air up to 100 miles inland. This tempers the daytime heat and allows grapes to ripen slowly but fully. Cooler-climate grape varieties thrive closest to the sea, while further inland, bigger, bolder wines prevail.

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