2022 Siduri Santa Barbara Pinot NoirSiduri explores two exceptional areas within Santa Barbara County that are exceptionally well suited for growing Pinot Noir Santa Maria Valley and the Sta. Rita Hills. Pinot Noirs from the Santa Maria Valley provide "crunchy" fresh fruits that are laden with spice notes, while Pinot Noirs from the Sta. Rita Hills provide opulent red and black fruits that jump from the glass with tremendous energy. The marriage of these two distinctive growing areas
which stands out in the context of the enormous Monferrato & Astigiano wine district thanks to its unique volcanic soil (white volcanic chalk) and optimal south/south-east exposure
mandarin peel and fresh floral notes give intensity to the aromatics
Some melon and citrus flavors keep you coming back for more and the crisp acidity assures that your palate does not tire from this zesty wine
and its optimal south-south-west exposure
It is made using only the very best grapes from estate vineyards
While it represents a more easygoing and immediate expression of Gamay meant for earlier drinking
Pair with saltier cheeses or charcuterie
The results have been cumulative
Still wine fermented in stainless steel tank
44% Alcohol by Volume
It has a medium-bodied palate with balance and freshness
50 year old vines of nerello mascalese