Reserve

2014 Los Carneros Pinot Noir

The Martin Ray Reserve 2014 Pinot Noir from the Los Carneros region is a striking red wine that exudes elegance and complexity. This medium-bodied wine showcases a delightful balance of vibrant acidity and silky tannins, creating a mouthwatering experience on the palate. With prominent fruit intensity, it offers enticing notes of ripe cherry and raspberry, complemented by subtle earthiness and hints of spice. The wine's smooth texture and well-integrated flavors make it incredibly food-friendly, perfect for pairing with roasted duck or a hearty mushroom risotto. This Pinot Noir exemplifies the character of its region, delivering a sophisticated taste that leaves a lasting impression.

Tasting notes:

Black Cherry

Raspberry

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 Herbed Chicken, Black Cherry Glazed Duck

Region:

Napa County

It may be small, but when it comes to American wine regions, they do not come much bigger than Napa County. Home to the famous Napa Valley, which comprises most of its area, the Napa name has gained global recognition for its exceptional wines—especially its Bordeaux varieties. Most Napa County wineries choose to be more location-specific when labeling their wine, listing the name of sub-regions like Yountville, Los Carneros or Rutherford to capitalize on the name recognition. However, with such an abundance of high-quality grapes grown across the region, plenty of négociant winemakers blend fruit from different sub-regions. This gives Napa County wines excellent regional balance, taking advantage of different terroirs and mesoclimates.

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