Tasting Notes For Diora La Petite Grace Pinot Noir 2018

The 2018 Monterey harvest produced rich wines of excellent quality. The growing season started out cool, but mild spring weather brought good bloom. Warm sunny days and cool nights throughout the summer allowed the grapes to gradually ripen. An unexpected heatwave in early September rapidly increased sugar production in some varieties, but temperatures dropped back to normal right before harvest. Overall, the 2018 Monterey growing season produced very intense and concentrated red wines.

Dark ruby in the glass, aromas of blackberries and roasted almonds mingle with nuances of toasted marshmallows and brown sugar. Soft and velvety, robust with a voluptuous and full-bodied mouthfeel, the palate unfolds with luxurious layers of intense red cherry, and a delicate hint of blueberry (imparted by the Malbec). A long, lingering finish instills a lasting impression of rich, concentrated flavors, vanilla bean and toasted oak.

Winery	Diora - La Petite Grace
Country	United States
Region	Central Coast, California
Year	2018
Grape Varietal	Pinot Noir
Size	750 ML
ABV	14.5%
Wine Style	Red Wine