# Long Barn Pinot Noir (2023)

- **Producer:** Fior di Sole
- **Colour:** red
- **Type:** still
- **Grapes:** Pinot Noir
- **Region:** California, United States
- **Style:** Classic
- **Alcohol:** 13.5%
- **Average price:** €15
- **Contains sulphites:** Yes
- **When to drink:** Now
- **Serving temperature:** 14–16 °C
- **Aromas & flavours:** cherry, strawberry, plum, liquorice, vanilla, toast, chocolate, smoke, cinnamon, tobacco, caramel

## About this wine

Long Barn is a celebrated brand crafted by Fior di Sole, a family-owned winery based in Napa Valley, California. Founded by Stefano Migotto and Valentina Guolo, the winery pays homage to the rustic, timeless charm of traditional agricultural architecture. The 'Long Barn' name represents a commitment to preserving regional character and agricultural heritage. By sourcing Pinot Noir grapes from a diverse selection of California's vineyards—blending cool-climate coastal valleys with sun-drenched inland regions—they create a balanced, highly approachable wine that captures the spirit of classic California viticulture.

## Interesting facts

- The brand name 'Long Barn' is inspired by the historic, rustic agricultural barns that dot the California landscape.
- Winemaker Stefano Migotto studied at the prestigious Scuola Enologica di Conegliano in Italy before bringing his expertise to California.
- The wine blends grapes from cool coastal valleys and warm inland sites to achieve a perfect balance of acidity and fruit concentration.

## Food pairing

This medium-bodied Pinot Noir thrives alongside dishes that mirror its earthy undertones and bright acidity. The wine's soft tannins and fresh profile make it an exceptional partner for rich fish like salmon, as well as white meats and earth-driven mushroom dishes, where the wine's acidity cuts through savory richness without overwhelming the food.

## Wine making process

Led by head winemaker Stefano Migotto, a third-generation northern Italian winemaker, the winemaking process blends Old World structural concepts with New World fruit. Grapes are fermented in temperature-controlled vessels to preserve the vibrant primary red fruit aromas. Following fermentation, individual vineyard parcels are carefully blended to establish a harmonious cuvée. The wine is then lightly aged in French oak barrels, a technique that introduces subtle complexity, gentle tannins, and delicate notes of vanilla and toast without overpowering the grape's natural fruit-forward character.