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Situated along California's Central Coast, the Monterey AVA is home to a distinct growing region, thanks to the unique climatic influences afforded by one of world’s deepest underwater marine caverns located beneath the Pacific Ocean’s Monterey Bay. Known as the Blue Grand Canyon, this two-mile deep cavern gives rise to cold water up-wellings, chilling the water and, in-turn, the air, all year long. Daily winds and fog distribute this cold air to nearby Monterey vineyards creating conditions ideal for cool-weather varieties such as Pinot Noir. As the only documented wine-growing region directly influenced by an underwater marine cavern of this nature, Monterey benefits with one of the longest growing seasons in California, allowing for longer hang time, full maturation and balanced wines with complexity, structure, bright acidity & depth of flavor.

Winemaking

Stainless steel fermentation; 10 months barrel aging in 100% French oak.

Winemaker's Notes

This elegant and opulent Pinot Noir features aromas of cranberries and graham cracker with earthy overtones. The palate reveals ripe red fruit flavors complemented by balanced tannins and a long, lingering finish.

Pairings

Roast duck or any game bird served alongside truffle risotto.

Accolades

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• Appellation: Santa Lucia Highlands
• Alcohol:14.5%
• TA: 53
• pH:3.73
• RS:13 g/ 100 ml