BREA Wine Co. Pinot Noir, Massa Vineyard, Central Coast, California 2023
BREA's single-vineyard Pinot Noir comes from Massa Vineyard: 88 dry-farmed acres at 1,500 feet above the Cachagua corner of Carmel Valley, certified organic since 1996. Just 232 cases made, with a light, natural touch.
Tasting Notes
"Expect a bright, elegant, cool-climate Pinot: red cherry and raspberry with a little earth and spice, fine tannins and fresh acidity from old, dry-farmed vines." — Harvest Wine Shop
Details
Variety: 100% Pinot Noir
Region: Carmel Valley, Monterey County, California
Vineyard: Massa Vineyard; 1,500 ft; gravelly sandy loam; dry-farmed vines about 50 years old
Farming Practice: Certified organic since 1996
Winemaking: Destemmed into stainless steel; gentle pump-overs and nearly two weeks on the skins; native yeasts; seven months in neutral French oak barrique; lenticular filtration; 20 ppm total sulfites; vegan
Production: 232 cases
Volume: 750ml
Alcohol: 12.5%
Serving Suggestion: Serve slightly cool with salmon, mushrooms or roast chicken