I am
always impressed when I can find an outstanding Pinot Noir at $25 or less, and
this little gem is a great surprise. Not only is this truly indicative of its Monterey
roots but it also has a great viscosity. Coming from a cooler portion of
Monterey this offers up what you want in your Pinot, namely strawberry, red
raspberry, black cherry, with back notes of pomegranate, plum, lavender and
slight sweet vanilla. The acidity and tannins are in line and what you get is a
wonderfully drinkable wine that can showcase itself with a variety of foods. It
also has that lively balance between great fruit and something a little deeper
in terms of structure. If you are a fan of Pinot, as I am, you know that the
majority of them are pricey to absurdly expensive. This is really a Pinot for
the people one that is within reach budget wise yet still offers classic Pinot
power. Aged with a combination of French and American oak for just 10 months,
this captures the essence of Monterey Pinot Noir.
ORIGIN:
Arroyo Seco,
Monterey, California
ALCOHOL: 14.7%
PRICE: $25/ 750ML
SCORE: 90 POINTS
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