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Au Bon Climat Pinot Noir Knox Alexander Santa Maria Valley 2021

Description

A complex, savory Pinot Noir with loads of spiced cherry, cranberry, and red currant fruits as well as brambly herbs, underbrush, and leather-like aromas and flavors. Beautifully structured, it is very focused on the palate, in a tight, racy style.

Au Bon Climat Pinot Noir Knox Alexander Santa Maria Valley 2021

£64.00
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Taste Profile

Dry
Sweet
Light
Complex
Fresh
Oaked

Aromas + Flavours

Red Cherry

Strawberry

Cloves

Pairing Suggestions

Duck Confit

Mushrooms

Teriyaki Salmon

More Information

Attributes

  • Type: Red Wine

  • Style: Savoury and Classic Red

  • Country: USA

  • Region: Santa Barbara County

  • Blend: Pinot Noir

  • Vintage: 2021

  • ABV: 13.5%

  • Size: 75cl

  • Farming: Sustainable

  • Winemaking: Traditional

Au Bon Climat

Founded in the cool Santa Maria Valley, by the late Jim Clendenen and Adam Tolmach, in 1982. Jim was impassioned by a trip to Burgundy in the 1970s, and decided to eschew his law studies and establish a winery dedicated to the production of Burgundian varieties on California’s Central Coast. Since then, ‘ABC’ has been dedicated to the production of site-specific, cool climate renditions of Californian Pinot Noir and Chardonnay, combining American vision with European restraint and sensibility.

Santa Barbara County

Santa Barbara County, located on California's Central Coast, is a distinguished wine region known for its exceptional quality and diverse wine offerings. The region benefits from a Mediterranean climate with cool ocean breezes, which help to maintain a balance of warmth and freshness in the vineyards. The county is renowned for its high-quality Pinot Noir and Chardonnay, particularly from the Santa Maria Valley and Sta. Rita Hills, where the cool coastal influences enhance their complexity and elegance. The region also produces notable Syrah and Grenache, as well as robust reds and expressive whites from various varietals.
Historically, Santa Barbara’s winemaking began in the 18th century with Spanish missionaries, but its modern prominence emerged in the late 20th century.

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