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Pinot Noir Arroyo Seco

2023 Arroyo Seco Pinot Noir

La Crema Pinot Noir Arroyo Seco offers an exquisite expression of the Pinot Noir varietal, showcasing a vibrant red color that captivates the eye. Hailing from the renowned Arroyo Seco region, this vintage delights with its medium body and refreshing acidity, harmoniously balancing depth and liveliness. The bouquet is filled with an array of enticing fruit aromas, featuring prominent notes of red cherry and raspberry, underscored by subtle hints of spice and earthiness that typical of the terroir. To the palate, the wine presents smooth, well-integrated tannins, allowing the lush fruitiness to shine through while providing a velvety mouthfeel. This delightful Pinot Noir is bone-dry, making it incredibly food-friendly and an ideal companion for various dishes, ranging from roasted chicken to earthy mushroom risotto.

Tasting notes:


Raspberry

Raspberry

Cherry

Cherry

Baking Spice

Baking Spice

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:


Roasted Duck, Pork, Black Cherry Glazed Duck

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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