Tassajara Pinot Noir Monterey 2021 – 750ML Wine Enthusiast 91 Rating There’s a rugged, smoky quality to this bottling that works with aromas of dark plum, sagebrush and salt-and-pepper on the nose. Leathery tannins frame roasted cherry and berry flavors on the palate, with hints of iodine and more smoke. VINTAGE NOTES WINERY INFORMATION: Tassajara Pinot Noir comes from the sustainably certied vineyards of the Scheid Family located in Monterey, CA. e name Tassajara comes from the famed Tassajara Hot Springs, where legend has it the natives would go for renewing spiritual energy. Scheid Family uses 100% renewable energy in the form of Wind Powered Turbines. MONTEREY AVA: vineyards benefit from the cool climate and maritime influences from the Monterey Bay, as well as the surrounding mountains which serve to make this a unique micro-climate. Made from 100% estate grown grapes. AGING: Once dry, the must is pressed into stainless steel tanks for settling, then racked prior to aging on both new and neutral French oak for anywhere from 10-14 months. COLOR: Vibrant ruby plum TASTING NOTES: A food-friendly and sustainably-grown Pinot Noir with rich black cherry avors and a smooth, silky nish. Aromas of black cherries, raspberries and currants with notes of violets, mocha, and vanilla. Medium-bodied, soft structured tannins, balanced acidity and rich red fruit.
