Theopolis Vineyards Santa Lucia Highlands Pinot Noir 2018:
Varietal: 100% Pinot Noir
Harvest Date: October 12, 2018
Bottling Date: September 8, 2020
Vinification: This Santa Lucia Highlands Pinot Noir was fermented in open top stainless tanks, manually punched down, aged in 25% one year old and 75% neutral French oak barrels for 12 months, bottled unfined and unfiltered.
Alcohol: 14.5%
Color: Ruby Claret
Tasting Notes: This Santa Lucia Highlands Pinot Noir has aromas of black cherries, dried raspberries, molasses and vanilla, along with subtle toasted oak notes. It is highlighted by undertones of forest floor and sage with flavors of ripe red fruits to round out the bouquet. On the palate, there is an interplay between soft tannins and acidity, producing a long and gentle finish.
Food Pairing Suggestions: This Pinot Noir pairs beautifully with pork, fowl, salmon, tuna, and roasted mushrooms
Production: 70 Cases
Awards:
2020 Bronze Medal - San Francisco International Wine Competition
Theopolis Vineyards
Theopolis Vineyards is a small lot vineyard and hand-crafted winery located in California’s prestigious Yorkville Highlands of the Anderson Valley. Situated along Highway 128 in southeastern Mendocino County near the border of Sonoma County, the AVA is a highly elevated, rugged interior wine-growing area. Established in 2003, Wine Critic Robert Parker bestowed upon wine made from grapes harvested from Theopolis Vineyards a stellar rating of 94-96 points, a spectacular showing for the vintner’s first harvest in 2006.More From This Winery
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