LiQuery - Cline Pinot Noir 2015

CLINE PINOT NOIR 2015

Item:	329649
Size:	750 mL (25.4 oz)
Type:	2015 VINTAGES
Release Date:	2017-05-13
Producer:	Cline Cellars
Location:	USA - California
Price:	$27.95 Price History
Style:	Red Wine Medium-bodied & Fruity
Alcohol:	13.5%
Varietal:	Pinot Noir
Sugar Code:	D (5.0 g/L)
Glass Style:	Pinot Noir

Description
Founded in 1982, Cline sources the grapes for this Sonoma Coast Pinot from an area known as the Petaluma Gap, in which the grapes have been grown for more than 150 years. A literal gap in the coastal mountain range, it's a natural funnel that focuses cooling breezes and fogs on the vineyards, producing a daily temperature variation of between 40-50�F. Citing its many unique characteristics, the Petaluma Gap Winegrowers Association has begun the process to have the region designated as an official AVA. This example is typically big and rich for a Pinot, with ripe red fruit, oak and chocolate.

Description

Founded in 1982, Cline sources the grapes for this Sonoma Coast Pinot from an area known as the Petaluma Gap, in which the grapes have been grown for more than 150 years. A literal gap in the coastal mountain range, it's a natural funnel that focuses cooling breezes and fogs on the vineyards, producing a daily temperature variation of between 40-50�F. Citing its many unique characteristics, the Petaluma Gap Winegrowers Association has begun the process to have the region designated as an official AVA. This example is typically big and rich for a Pinot, with ripe red fruit, oak and chocolate.

Tasting Notes
Lots of fruit on the nose with suggestions of oak and chocolate. Big, rich and concentrated, especially for a Pinot, with ripe fruit that nudges the flavours toward sweetness but doesn't tip the scales. Chewy tannins provide great structure. Try this with grilled pork or blackened salmon. (VINTAGES panel, Oct. 2015)