# Vineyards California Pinot Noir (2022)

- **Producer:** Angeline Winery
- **Colour:** red
- **Type:** still
- **Grapes:** Pinot Noir
- **Region:** California, United States
- **Style:** Classic
- **Alcohol:** 13.8%
- **Average price:** €10
- **Contains sulphites:** No
- **When to drink:** Now or Later
- **Serving temperature:** 13–16 °C
- **Aromas & flavours:** raspberry, sassafras, pomegranate, black raspberry, red cherry, wild blueberry, liquorice, vanilla, cloves, mushroom, earth

## About this wine

Angeline Vineyards California Pinot Noir 2022 is a 100% Pinot Noir from California, produced by Angeline Winery. Founded in 1990 by Courtney Benham, the winery emphasizes minimal intervention to showcase varietal expression. Grapes are sourced from various regions across California, including the Central Coast and Northern Coast's cooler valleys, to capture diverse regional characteristics. The 2022 vintage was marked by an early start and harvest, with wines noted for their lively, fruit-forward nature.

## Interesting facts

- Grapes sourced from multiple California regions for complexity.
- Minimal intervention philosophy lets fruit and terroir speak.
- 2022 harvest began exceptionally early in late July.
- Aims for high-value wines expressing varietal character.

## Food pairing

The medium body and lively acidity of this Pinot Noir make it versatile. Its fruit-forward notes complement lighter proteins and earthy flavors, while balanced tannins can stand up to richer dishes without overpowering them.

## Wine making process

The winemaking process for Angeline Vineyards California Pinot Noir 2022 begins with hand-picked grapes that are de-stemmed but not crushed, a technique to avoid extracting bitter tannins. Fermentation occurs in stainless steel tanks to maintain aromatic purity. The wine is then aged in French oak barrels, with some new oak used to add subtle complexity. The grapes are sourced from various regions across California to capture a broad expression of the varietal.