Napa Cellars Pinot Noir 2017
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Pairs perfectly with Roasted Lamb with a Dried Blueberry Chutney.
Wine Specs
Vintage
2017
Varietal
Pinot Noir
Appellation
Napa Valley
Harvest Date
September 2– September 8, 2017
Acid
T.A.: 0.56 g / 100ml
pH
3.76
Aging
10 months, 28% new oak (100% French)
Alcohol %
14.2
Wine Profile
Tasting Notes
The Napa Cellars 2017 Pinot Noir is an elegant wine that delivers beautiful aromas
of dried cherries, tart plum, earthy notes, cola and mushroom complemented by
hints of graham cracker and cardamom. A soft, velvety, smooth entry leads to
abundant flavors of dark berry with vanilla, toasted pie crust notes and a bit of cocoa
powder and cinnamon on the finish. This well-structured wine showcases a medium
to light body with balanced acidity and fine grained tannins. For a delicious meal,
pair this Pinot with garlic and herb roasted pork tenderloin, followed by dark
chocolate mousse for dessert.
Vineyard Notes
Grapes for the Napa Cellars 2017 Pinot Noir were sourced exclusively from premier
vineyards in the southern part of Napa Valley, where the San Pablo Bay creates a cool,
maritime climate. Morning fog rolls across the vines, ushering in the cool breezes ideal
for growing delicate, flavorful Pinot Noir. The vines here produce complex, layered fruit
that translates to an earthy minerality and exceptional natural acidity in the glass.
Production Notes
Once harvested, the grapes were carefully sorted, de-stemmed and gently crushed.
During a 7 to 12 day maceration period, Délestage—the process of removing the grape
seeds and allowing the juice to remain in contact with the skins—was employed. This
technique helped to release the aromatic character of the fruit, enhance the color and
flavor of the wine, and create soft, round tannins. Following fermentation, the wine was
aged in 100% French oak barrels (28% new) for 10 months.
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