Samuel Louis Smith 'Montanita De Oro' Pinot Noir 2022, Monterey County, California

REGION 
Monterey County, California

 

VARIETAL 
Pinot Noir

  

TASTING NOTES

Sam showcases mountainous Monterey Pinot sites in his Montañita de Oro cuvée. With an average elevation of 1100 ft, high-toned aromatics are framed by bright fruit and elegant structure. The following vineyards were used: Pelio (40%), Michaud (34%), and Double L (26%). The wine sees nine months élévage in 11% new, 24% second-fill, and 65% neutral French oak barrels. In the glass it’s all alpine strawberry, wild cherry, and rose petal with fresh herbs, cranberry, and a sweet earthiness. -Importer's Notes

 

93pts - Wine Enthusiast

"This blend of top-shelf vineyards and appellations combines Pelio (Carmel Coast AVA-to-be), Double L (Santa Lucia Highlands) and Rodnick Farm (Chalone) into a solid sipper. Aromas of cherry, lavender and violet sachet lead from the nose into a floral palate that touches on both pomegranate and purple fruit."

 

(Organic & Sustainable)