Pon Pinot Noir

2022 Arroyo Seco Pinot Noir

The Bernardus Pon Pinot Noir 2022 is a captivating red wine from the Arroyo Seco region, known for its distinguished cool-climate viticulture. This wine boasts an elegant medium body, with a lively acidity that keeps the palate refreshed. Fruit-forward notes of ripe cherry, raspberry, and cranberry harmonize beautifully with subtle hints of clove and cinnamon, offering a multi-layered flavor profile. The tannins are smooth and refined, providing a silky mouthfeel that accentuates the wine’s overall balance. A delightful and impeccably crafted Pinot Noir, it stands out as a perfect example of what the Arroyo Seco region can deliver, making it a must-try for any Pinot Noir enthusiast.

Tasting notes:

Raspberry

Cherry

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:

Grilled Salmon, Grilled Meats, Grilled Salmon a la Plancha

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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