COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2022
GRAPE
Pinot Noir
PRODUCER
Angeline Winery
REGION
California
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Medium - Long
Intensity
Mid - Pronounced
Tannins
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
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.
ALCOHOL
13.8%
AVG. PRICE
€10
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
13-16°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Grapes sourced from multiple California regions for complexity.
Fact 02
Minimal intervention philosophy lets fruit and terroir speak.
Fact 03
2022 harvest began exceptionally early in late July.
Fact 04
Aims for high-value wines expressing varietal character.
FOOD PAIRING
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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.
