NIELSON SANTA BARBARA COUNTY PINOT NOIR
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Wonderful Pinot Noir from this up and coming region. Full of fruit and depth with great structure, this is a bargain.
Santa Barbara, California
2021
14% ABV.
100% Pinot Noir
75cl
£30.95
Price includes VAT
Tasting notes:
Open with a floral and mineral character typical of Santa Barbara. Classically varietal with wild strawberry fruit, firm bright acidity and a fresh gentle mineral finish.
About the wine:
This wine comes from two growing AVA's within the boarder Central Coast region, Santa Barbara County and Monterey Country, all influenced by unique soil types and proximity to the Pacific Ocean and its cooling fog and coastal breezes. 60% of the fruit is sourced from Monterey County and 40% from Santa Barbara. 100% stainless steel fermented. 100% barrel aged with 10% in new French oak for 7 months.
About the producer:
In 1984 when Ken Brown founded Byron with the sole aim of producing the best Pinot Noir and Chardonnay from Santa Barbara County.
In 2003, Jonathan Nagy assumed winemaking duties. His small-lot, hands-on winemaking techniques have helped contribute to Byron’s success.
Intensive grape sorting, native yeast fermentations, and lot separation from harvest through winemaking with more than 170 separate batches of Pinot Noir alone – have helped create wines that combine the finesse of Burgundy and the power of California
Food match:
Lamb or duck breast cooked pink, roasted duck with a cherry or redcurrant sauce.
