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Small Block Reserve

2013 Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir

The Hess Small Block Reserve Pinot Noir from the Sonoma Coast is a remarkable wine that showcases the artistry of its craft. This enchanting red displays a medium body, delivering a seamless balance of elegance and richness. Its acidity is bright and refreshing, adding a lively character that awakens the palate. The fruit intensity is prominent, presenting enticing notes of ripe cherry, wild raspberry, and hints of savory spice, which dance beautifully together. Tannins are notable yet soft, providing a gentle structure that supports the wine's complexity without overpowering it. This vintage is dry, allowing the pure essence of the varietal to shine through, making it an exquisite choice to enjoy now or cellar for future appreciation.

Tasting notes:


Black Cherry

Black Cherry

Raspberry

Raspberry

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:


Duck Breast, Grilled Portobello

Region:


Sonoma County
Sonoma County

Many of California's world-class wines come from Sonoma County, separated from Napa by the Mayacamas Mountains. Three times the size of Napa, Sonoma is an incredibly diverse region. Cool coastal zones, fog-cloaked hillsides, sheltered valleys and craggy exposed peaks give Sonoma a vast array of terroirs and microclimates. Its many sub-regions produce a broad range of styles: from the bold Cabernets of Alexander Valley to the fragrant Pinots of Sonoma Coast and the sublime Chardonnays of Chalk Hill.

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