California Pinot Noir 2023
Elegant
As ELEGANT as Audrey Hepburn, these are mid-weight reds made in the traditional dry, earthy style of the French classics like red Burgundy. Most are Pinot Noirs, but all share the lean, tart and dry European-inspired flavor profile that prioritizes food-friendliness.
Pinot Noir
SKU: WCPNCA2372S
At Wattle Creek, we are committed to crafting distinctive wines that showcase unique terroirs through socially and environmentally responsible practices. We
embrace sustainable viticulture and employ minimally invasive winemaking techniques. The grapes were thoughtfully selected from warm, sun-drenched,
sustainably farmed vineyards across California.
embrace sustainable viticulture and employ minimally invasive winemaking techniques. The grapes were thoughtfully selected from warm, sun-drenched,
sustainably farmed vineyards across California.
Vibrant ruby-hued fruit aromas entice the senses, layered with a subtle whisper of warming spice. This Pinot Noir reveals a harmonious earthy nuance, beautifully underscored by the juicy allure of sunripened raspberries and strawberries that glide across the palate, culminating in a silky, elegantly extended finish.
The 2023 growing season in Lodi was one of the longest in over a decade, setting the stage for an exceptional red wine vintage. A wet winter and spring replenished soil moisture, promoting strong vine health from budbreak through bloom. Mild summer temperatures, paired with ample sunshine, allowed for steady, balanced canopy development and slow, even ripening. The relatively cool conditions throughout the season helped preserve acidity while encouraging the gradual maturation of tannins and color in the grape skins. Harvest began around Labor Day and stretched into mid-November, offering extended hang time that resulted in remarkable flavor concentration and complexity. The combination of a long, temperate growing season and ideal harvest conditions has made 2023 a standout vintage.