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La Crema Monterey Pinot Noir 2021
Monterey County, Central Coast, California, United StatesLa Crema does a remarkable job of expressing the character of the various sub-AVAs where it makes pinot noir, which is no mean feat given its substantial output. The 2021 Monterey Pinot Noir is a snappy edition with bright red florals and cool, red plum leading the way. It spends eight months in French oak barrels (21 percent new). It was a long, cool growing season with some heat spikes that bumper the alcohol weight and texture of the wine, adding to its drinkability. We enjoyed this with a sweet soya poke, but salmon steaks would be fine too.Tasted: 14 January 2023Tasted by: Anthony GismondiPrices:BC | $35.00 | 750ml | select private retailers |
AB | $28.00 | 750ml | private wine shops |
SK | $35.00 | 750ml | select private retailers |
MB | $35.00 | 750ml | select private retailers |
Grape: Pinot NoirCSPC: 826578UPC: 049331010968