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Seco Highlands

Arroyo Seco Pinot Noir

The Kendall Jackson Seco Highlands Pinot Noir offers an exquisite sensory journey, perfect for those seeking a refined, yet approachable wine experience. Sourced from the renowned Arroyo Seco region, this wine captures the essence of its terroir with stunning precision. The delicate body gracefully envelops the palate, delivering vibrant acidity that refreshes and elevates each sip. Subtle tannins add a layer of sophistication without overpowering the delicate structure. Notably, this Pinot Noir showcases a prominent fruit intensity, with flavors of ripe cherry, raspberry, and a hint of dark plum, seamlessly integrated with refined notes of oak and subtle spices. The result is a well-balanced, food-friendly wine that enchants with its elegance and complexity, making it an ideal companion for both casual dining and special occasions.

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, Roasted Salmon, 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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