Complicated 2019 Pinot Noir, Monterey County
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Complicated 2019 Pinot Noir, Monterey County
Monterey Pinot Noir from a vineyard with mature vines.
Quick Taste
- 91 Points
- Sourced primarily from Herbert Ranch
- French oak aged
- "Rich and full with a caressing texture and a flavorful finish"
- "offers black raspberry and potpourri flavors."
About Complicated 2019 Pinot Noir, Monterey County
Grapes for this 2019 Complicated Pinot Noir were sourced mainly from the acclaimed Herbert Ranch in Monterey County. This certified sustainable vineyard was planted in 1997. This site is sheltered from the traditionally strong Salinas Valley afternoon winds by a canyon, thus creating warmer temperatures in comparison to surrounding areas.
Grapes were picked in the cool, early morning hours and underwent a cold soak for 24 hours before being fermented with select yeast strains. Each lot gets a tailored pump over schedule selected to enhance oak character and desired extraction levels. Once fermentation was complete, the highest quality lots were blended and aged to ensure the best aromatic and structural components worked in harmony. Aged in 15% new French oak.
Wine Enthusiast Magazine scored this 91 points saying "Juicy aromas of raspberry sorbet, plum, mace and tarragon are fresh and zesty on the nose of this bottling. The palate is full of pleasant herbal tones, from fennel pollen to licorice, and also offers black raspberry and potpourri flavors."
James Suckling scored this 91 points saying "Notes of cherries, redcurrants, flowers and baking spices on the nose. It’s full-bodied with plush tannins. Round and creamy. Rich and full with a caressing texture and a flavorful finish. Drink or hold."
Grapes were picked in the cool, early morning hours and underwent a cold soak for 24 hours before being fermented with select yeast strains. Each lot gets a tailored pump over schedule selected to enhance oak character and desired extraction levels. Once fermentation was complete, the highest quality lots were blended and aged to ensure the best aromatic and structural components worked in harmony. Aged in 15% new French oak.
Wine Enthusiast Magazine scored this 91 points saying "Juicy aromas of raspberry sorbet, plum, mace and tarragon are fresh and zesty on the nose of this bottling. The palate is full of pleasant herbal tones, from fennel pollen to licorice, and also offers black raspberry and potpourri flavors."
James Suckling scored this 91 points saying "Notes of cherries, redcurrants, flowers and baking spices on the nose. It’s full-bodied with plush tannins. Round and creamy. Rich and full with a caressing texture and a flavorful finish. Drink or hold."
Wine Details
- Alcohol % 13.9%
- Bottle Size 750 ml
- Wine Type Red
- Country United States
- Region California
- Appellation North Coast
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