La Crema Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir 2023

La Crema Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir 2023The original name, La Crema Vinera, means best of the vine, setting the standard for this winery does since 1979. Their family owned and operated winery focuses exclusively on cool climate appellations. Continually exploring these very special regions and passionate in their belief that they make uniquely expressive and elegant wines. Over 30 years of experience working with chardonnay and pinot noir have established La Crema as a winery of consistent

The original name, La Crema Vinera, means “best of the vine,” setting the standard for this winery does since 1979. Their family-owned and operated winery focuses exclusively on cool-climate appellations. Continually exploring these very special regions and passionate in their belief that they make uniquely expressive and elegant wines. Over 30 years of experience working with chardonnay and pinot noir have established La Crema as a winery of consistent quality. La Crema produces wines from top cool-climate appellations to include; Russian River Valley, Sonoma Coast, Monterey and most recently Willamette. The unifying factors of all these sites are their cool, windy climates and marine-based soils. Outstanding vineyard sources, limited yields and artisanal wine making produce wines that receive high acclaim.

One of Sonoma County’s largest apellations, the Sonoma Coast Appellation stretches from the San Pablo Bay in the South to Mendocino County line to the North and runs primarily along the mountainous coastline of the Pacific Ocean. A sprawling growing region, the Sonoma Coast is known for its strong maritime influence that provides a cool growing climate throughout the year with fog moderating warmer summer temperatures. With its unique geography and climate, the Sonoma Coast has proven itself to be one of the world’s premier Pinot Noir producing regions.

Fruit is predominantly hand-picked and gently de-stemmed, with 70% whole berries in tank. Cold soaked at 48°F for 3-5 days. Fermented in open top tanks, punched down 3 times per day during active fermentation. Post-fermentation, free run was transferred to tank for one night of settling before racking to new and used French oak barrels. No racking out of barrels until blending prior to bottling.

The La Crema Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir has aromas of raspberry, cranberry, black licorice, and exotic tea notes. Flavours of red cherry, plum, and boysenberry, subtle hints of espresso and cocoa nib underpin notes of spice and toast. Firm yet integrated tannins and bright acidity drives a long finish.

The Finer Details
Style - Red Wine
Varietal - Pinot Noir
Country - USA
Region - Sonoma Coast, California
Vintage - 2023
Bottle Size - 750ml
ABV - 13.5%