2005 Pinot Noir

From a vineyard nestled in the foothills of the Santa Maria River Valley, our 2005 Pinot Noir received the cool coastal breezes necessary to make this ever popular and widely acclaimed Pinot Noir. You’ll experience the classic bouquet of Pinot Noir with this 100% true varietal. It is a wine filled with subtle nuances and fruit forward character. Aromas of violets, crushed rose petals and berry spice are integrated with toasty oak overtones. The plush, lingering impressions of black cherry and leather on the palate end in a silky, earthy finish. This is the winemaker’s personal favorite.

Barrel aged 16 months in American Oak. pH 3.48, alc 13.9%, 109 cases produced.

Suggested food pairings: Beef, esp. lean and/or roasted; Chicken, esp. braised, poached, or roasted; Duck; Lamb; Mushrooms and mushroom sauce; Pork, esp. Loin; Salmon, esp. broiled, panroasted, poached or grilled; Tuna, esp. Ahi and/or grilled; Veal, esp. chops.