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Valentino

2012 Santa Maria Valley Pinot Noir

The Toretti Valentino is a stunning Pinot Noir from the esteemed Santa Maria Valley, showcasing the region's unique microclimate that beautifully nurtures grape-growing. This red wine exudes elegance with its medium body, offering a delicate yet lively acidity that invigorates the palate. Its fruit intensity is prominent, featuring enchanting notes of ripe red cherry and raspberry, effortlessly blended with subtle hints of earthiness and spice. The tannins are soft and approachable, giving the wine a smooth mouthfeel that enhances its overall charm. As a dry wine, it provides a beautifully refreshing experience, making it a delightful choice for both casual gatherings and more sophisticated occasions. With its inviting complexity and graceful finish, the Toretti Valentino stands as a splendid representation of Santa Maria Valley's exceptional winemaking prowess.

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:


Mushroom Risotto, Grilled Portobello

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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