Schug Pinot Noir 2016

The Schug winery in Carneros lies to the south of Sonoma and Napa valley.The vines are impacted by the early morning fog from the bay and Pacific Ocean.

Their Carneros Pinot Noir is a blend of many different parcels in Carneros. Fermentation takes place in stainless steel tanks with with daily punch down.

The wine is transferred to big oak casks for malolactic fermentation before it spends 9 months in French oak out of which 20% is new oak.

The result is wine which is dominated by red fruit cherry, some smoky flavours and hints of spicy new oak. Beautifully balanced taste with a smooth silky finish.

Will probably improve with 2-3 years of storage. Try with lamb, game and cheese.

Schug 2016 Pinot Noir
Carneros
ca 24 usd or 270 NOK

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