Nielson Santa Maria Valley Pinot Noir 2016
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Category | Red Wine |
Varietal | |
Region | California, Central Coast, Santa Maria Valley |
Brand | Nielson |
Winery Notes:
Produced from grapes in Santa Maria Valley’s warmer east end, this wine is a consummate example of why you should drink red wine in summer. Fully destemmed, cold-soaked for up to five days, and aged in barrel for 15 months, this Pinot Noir presents silky tannins, a rich dark hue, and a pleasant body. You know the sensation of biting into a perfectly ripe, juicy dark cherry? That’s this wine.
Jeb Dunnuck
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Sourced from sites in the Santa Maria Valley and aged 18 months in 40% new barrels, the 2016 Pinot Noir Santa Maria Valley has slightly more density and depth in its black cherry, toasted spices, crushed flowers, and vanilla bean aromas and flavors. Clean, beautifully balanced, elegant, and with ample length, it delivers tons of Pinot Noir charm for not much buck.