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Unbridled

2008 Santa Barbara County Pinot Noir

Wild Horse Unbridled Pinot Noir from the 2008 vintage showcases the elegance and complexity that Santa Barbara County is renowned for. This red wine presents a medium-bodied profile with a delightful balance of acidity, making it both refreshing and food-friendly. The fruit intensity is prominent, offering lush notes of ripe cherries and strawberries, complemented by subtle earthiness and hints of spice. Tannins are finely integrated, providing structure without overwhelming the palate. As a dry wine, it beautifully exemplifies the artistry of winemaking in this celebrated region, making it a perfect pairing for a variety of dishes or an enjoyable sip on its own.

Tasting notes:


Black Cherry

Black Cherry

Raspberry

Raspberry

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

Region:


Santa Barbara County

Just north of Los Angeles at the southern tip of the Central Coast, Santa Barbara County is one of California's winemaking gems. Although a long way from Napa and Sonoma, Santa Barbara's prime AVAs—the Santa Maria and Santa Ynez Valleys and the Santa Rita Hills—produce exemplary cool-climate Pinot Noir and Chardonnay. It is all thanks to the terroir. Despite its proximity to sunny southern California, Santa Barbara County is hilly, and its vineyards lie close to the Pacific Ocean. With little rainfall but an abundance of chilly ocean winds and fogs, the growing season is very long here. This allows grapes to ripen slowly over an extended period and develop wonderfully complex flavors.

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