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Saint Paul Pinot Noir

2007 Santa Maria Valley Pinot Noir

Owen Roe Saint Paul Pinot Noir from the Santa Maria Valley offers a captivating experience with its inviting red hue. This medium-bodied wine showcases a delightful balance of bright acidity and moderate fruit intensity, allowing for an elegant expression of the classic Pinot Noir characteristics. Layers of cherries and raspberries dance on the palate, complemented by subtle earthy undertones that add complexity. The wine's gentle tannins provide structure without overpowering the refreshing fruit notes, while its dryness enhances the overall sophistication of the tasting experience. This vintage stands as a testament to the unique terroir of the Santa Maria Valley, capturing the essence of its cool-climate influence.

Tasting notes:


Black Cherry

Black Cherry

Baking Spice

Baking Spice

Earth

Earth

Flavor profile:


Acidity Low

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 Chicken, Roasted Potatoes, Roasted Herbed Chicken

Region:


Santa Maria Valley

One hundred forty miles northwest of Los Angeles, the Santa Maria Valley is one of California's finest wine regions. Sun-baked and dry, yet river-fed and cooled by Pacific Ocean airflow, the wide east-west valley produces some of North America's most impeccably balanced Chardonnay and Pinot Noir. With its long growing season, grapes ripen slowly here, developing layers of flavor and fragrance. Moving inland, the extra warmth allows Bordeaux, Rhône, and Piedmont grape varieties to ripen entirely, producing richly seductive wines. Santa Maria Valley is California's second-oldest AVA, straddling both Santa Barbara and San Luis Obispo counties.

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