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Purple Rain

Cienega Valley Pinot Noir

Barton Purple Rain, a captivating Pinot Noir from Cienega Valley, offers a delightful exploration into elegant winemaking. This red wine boasts a medium body, exuding a harmonious balance that thrills the palate. The wine’s bright acidity enlivens your taste buds with each sip. With finely-structured, yet soft tannins, it creates a velvety mouthfeel, seamlessly blending sophistication and approachability. Immerse yourself in its rich fruit intensity, featuring vibrant flavors of ripe cherries and wild strawberries, accentuated by subtle hints of earthy undertones and forest floor. The dry finish is lengthy and graceful, making Barton Purple Rain a truly memorable expression of the sophisticated Cienega Valley terroir. An exceptional choice for those who appreciate the refined character of cool-climate Pinot Noir.

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 Mild

Low Pronounced

Pairs well with:


Roasted Duck, Roasted Mushrooms, Black Cherry Glazed Duck

Region:


Central Coast
Central Coast

California's Central Coast might be a bit quieter than Napa or Sonoma to the north, but this lesser-known region produces many world-class wines. Enjoying incredible terroir along its vast 280-mile stretch—from San Francisco Bay to Santa Barbara—Central Coast wines are increasingly in demand. Its position between the Pacific Coast Ranges and the Southern Coast Ranges is key to its quality, with many cool-climate AVAs offering elegant Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Syrah and Merlot. In the hotter parts of the Central Coast, away from the coastal fogs and cold mountain slopes, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Syrah, Grenache and Mourvèdre are exceptional.

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