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The Nth Degree

2006 Arroyo Seco Pinot Noir

Wente Vineyards The Nth Degree is a captivating expression of Pinot Noir from the esteemed Arroyo Seco region. This wine showcases a vibrant red color, reflecting its delightful fruity character. The body is elegantly medium, providing a lovely balance that complements its bright acidity, resulting in a mouthwatering experience. The fruit intensity is prominent, featuring alluring notes of ripe cherry and black raspberry, with subtle hints of earthiness woven throughout. Tannins are notably soft, offering a smooth texture that enhances its overall approachability. This well-crafted Pinot Noir is dry, making it an exceptional choice for food pairings or simply enjoying on its own.

Tasting notes:


Black Cherry

Black Cherry

Raspberry

Raspberry

Earth

Earth

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

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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