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Vineyard: La Colline
| Appellation | Arroyo Grande Valley |
| Varieties | Pinot Noir |
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2008 Tantara La Colline Vineyard Arroyo Grande Valley Pinot Noir
14.5% alc., pH 3.40, 383 cases, $48.
La Colline is part of Laetitia Vineyard, located four miles inland from the Pacific Ocean at the base of Picacho
Peak, an extinct volcano. Own-rooted Martini clone planted in 1981. Average yields 2.1 tons per acre. 80%
de-stemmed, 20% whole cluster fermented with native yeast. Aged 16 months in 40% new French oak barrels.
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The nose is primary with subdued fruit and aromas of wet leaf, earth and subtle oak. Dark red fruits are
discreetly composed with an earthy, grilled mushroom underpinning. Beautifully balanced with supple tannins
and juicy acidity. Plenty of charming fruit waiting to get out in this backward wine. Patience will be rewarded.
Very good.
Reviewed March 2, 2011
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2008 Tantara La Colline Vineyard Arroyo Grande Valley Pinot Noir
14.5% alc., pH 3.40, 383 cases, $48. La Colline is part of Laetitia Vineyard, located four miles inland from the Pacific Ocean at the base of Picacho Peak, an extinct volcano. Own-rooted Martini clone planted in 1981. Average yields 2.1 tons per acre. 80% de-stemmed, 20% whole cluster fermented with native yeast. Aged 16 months in 40% new French oak barrels. · The nose is primary with subdued fruit and aromas of wet leaf, earth and subtle oak. Dark red fruits are discreetly composed with an earthy, grilled mushroom underpinning. Beautifully balanced with supple tannins and juicy acidity. Plenty of charming fruit waiting to get out in this backward wine. Patience will be rewarded. Very good. Reviewed March 2, 2011 WINERY » ARTICLE »
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