Au Bon Climat Pinot Noir, Santa Maria Valley, 12x75cl

🍷 Au Bon Climat Pinot Noir – Santa Maria Valley
United States | California | Santa Maria Valley | Red Wine
Grape Variety: Pinot Noir
Style: Focused, Elegant, Spiced

🌟 A refined Californian Pinot crafted with British precision in mind—poised, pure, and structured.

👁 In the Glass:
Vibrant garnet red with a translucent rim and youthful brilliance.

👃 On the Nose:
Expressive notes of fresh raspberry, wild strawberry, and red cherry mingle with hints of clove, cinnamon, and subtle earthy undertones.

👅 On the Palate:
More structured and focused than its Santa Barbara sibling, this Pinot delivers fine tannins, lifted acidity, and an elegant texture. The fruit is precise and layered—crunchy red berries, dried herbs, and gentle oak spice weave into a long, harmonious finish.

🍽 Food Pairing:
Ideal with roast guinea fowl, mushroom risotto, or grilled salmon with thyme butter.

⏳ Ageing Potential:
Delicious now with the finesse to develop complexity over the next 5–7 years.

✨ Why You’ll Love It:
A more chiselled expression of California Pinot Noir—this wine balances cool-climate elegance with Santa Maria’s trademark brightness. Tailored for those who appreciate finesse over flamboyance.