Tasting- Chamisal Pinot Noir

 

Name:  Chamisal Pinot Noir

Variety:  Pinot Noir

Region:  San Luis Obispo County, California

Country:  United States 

Year:  2022

Price:  $22

Critics Review:  

"This bright, acid driven Chamisal Vineyards San Luis Obispo Pinot Noir is sourced from some of the most coastally influenced vineyards on the Central Coast. The cool climate generated by the close proximity of the Pacific Ocean is vital for the freshness and vibrancy of this wine. The wine is intense with opulent notes of red cherry and spiced red plum mingle with hints of Mission fig and rose petal, showcasing the distinctive Chamisal spice. The palate is rich and luscious with suggestions of cherry pie, strawberry preserves, and hints of anise, backed by fine and focused tannins that bring balance and length to the finish."

- Chamisal Vineyards San Luis Obispo Pinot Noir (shopwinedirect.com)

Wine Folly:

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    Some of the specific aromas and flavors that are mentioned are cherry, raspberry, clove, mushroom, and vanilla.  I was definitely able to pick up on some cherry, I'm not sure if that is just because what I am most familiar with out of these flavors, but the cherry definitely jumped out from the start for me.  It also mentions that Pinot Noir wines are known for their smooth finish, soft tannin finish, which is something I also noted as the wine was very easy going down.

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    For more California specific Pinot Noir, it mentions that these wines tend to be more fruit forward that are bodacious.  Maybe this is why I was able to get the cherry off the jump. 

My Personal Review:

    This was far and away the best wine I have tried so far.  Like I said earlier I was definitely able to pick up the cherry aspects right off the bat.  Another thing I really liked about this wine was how easy it was to drink.  It was still relatively dry, which I am new to, but it seemed like there was almost zero bitterness to the wine which I really liked.  I would 100% buy this wine again.  It mentioned this wine pairs well with duck, chicken, pork, and mushrooms, so while I did not try this wine with any food this time, maybe I will pair it up the next time I drink this.