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2022 La Encantada Pinot Noir

2022 La Encantada Pinot Noir

Complex and balanced, influenced by fog and cool maritime winds

$70


Retail

$56


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About the Wine

The La Encantada Vineyard is situated approximately nine miles from the Pacific Ocean in the cool-climate Sta. Rita Hills AVA. Located off Santa Rosa Road in the southern valley of the appellation, this highly praised vineyard was planted by Richard Sanford in 2001. Notable for the rare east-west orientation of the valley, this location is influenced by the fog and cool, relentless marine winds from the mighty Pacific Ocean to the west. This vineyard source consistently produces a signature wine with a unique character, elegance, and a deft balance lending a true sense of place.  

Tasting Notes

Varietal Composition

  • % Pinot Noir

Body

LightMediumFull

Appearance

Ruby-purple at the core with bright fuchsia highlights and moderate tearing on the glass.

Aroma

Aromatic with prominent notes of Bing cherry, pomegranate and tart plum are supported by nuanced mint tea, baking spice, and violet flowers on the nose.

Palate

The palate follows suit with bright acidity and silky tannins and notes of ripe strawberry, blackberry, button mushroom and river stone. The moderately long finish is balanced with lasting flavors of ripe red fruit and barrel spice.

Key Features

  • Appellation

    Sta. Rita Hills

  • Fermentation

    100% destemmed in one-ton fermenters, punched down twice daily

  • Maturation

    Barrel-aged for 10 months in French oak (35% new)

  • Alcohol

    13.8%

SUGGESTED FOOD PAIRINGS

Grilled Lamb Chops

The savory notes in the wine, along with the medium body and balanced acidity, would complement the rich flavors of the grilled lamb chops.

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