Castle Rock "Monterey" Pinot Noir '08

RATING:

NYR

DESCRIPTION/REVIEWS:

Elegant and medium-bodied, offering aromas of cherry, tea and herbal spice.  Flavors of black cherry, plum, and spice.  Smooth with a silky texture and mild tannins.

This Castle Rock Pinot Noir is produced from grapes grown in Monterey County along the Central Coast of California, where the climate and soil quality provide excellent growing conditions for this Burgundian varietal. Here, the cooling air from Monterey Bay helps to produce a longer growing season for grapes, with extra grape-time on the vines leading to a characteristic depth of flavor in the wine. This versatile food wine pairs well with lamb, chicken, veal, salmon and light pasta dishes.