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Van Westen Vineyards Di Bello Wines VD Pinot Noir 2021
Naramata Bench, Okanagan Valley, British Columbia, CanadaIt is year eleven for the Di Bello - Van Westen pinot noir collaboration, better known as the VD label. The style continues on the lush, hedonistic side. It’s all Naramata fruit that is reminiscent of Sonoma Coast and Central Otago with better acidity. Its dark, floral, sweet black cherry wafts from the glass. The palate is silky soft, with juicy black plum and spicy black raspberry mixed with an earthy undercurrent and a fresh finish. Pork tenderloin, anyone? Released Feb 14, 2023.Tasted: 16 November 2022Tasted by: Anthony GismondiPrices:BC | $40.00 | 750ml | winery online/direct, select private retailers |
Grape: Pinot NoirCSPC: 302976UPC: 626990145608