2017 Bien Nacido Vineyard Pinot Noir
Appellation
Santa Maria Valley
Appellation
Santa Maria Valley
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Tasting Notes
Exotic aromas of crushed ginger, cardamom, and toasted white pepper lift gracefully from the glass. Subtle hints of eucalyptus, mint, and black tea are woven throughout the bouquet. The mouthfeel is delicate and finessed, with precise flavors of dried strawberries and pomegranate that are balanced with an earthy background of oyster mushrooms. Silky wood tannins from a specially curated selection of luxurious French oak perfectly frame and provide elegant support to this ethereal offering from the Bien Nacido vineyard.
Vineyard Notes
With a rich history that extends back to 1837 as a Spanish land grant, Bien Nacido Vineyard is one of the most prestigious sites in the Santa Maria Valley appellation, with a well-deserved reputation for truly exceptional Pinot Noir. We have sourced fruit from this historic vineyard for more than 20 years. For this release, we are one of the fortunate few to source some of the Pommard selection, 100% from the legendary Q Block – considered the most prestigious Pinot Noir block on this famous site.