Bien Nacido Estate Pinot Noir 2020 750 ML

Introduction

The 2020 Pinot Noir Bien Nacido Vineyard comes from across the estate and was matured in about 45% new oak. Grapes were entirely destemmed this year. “I was really worried about smoke taint,” winemaker Anthony Avila says. “It’s said that you must discard all the green parts of the plant. It was the right choice, and I’d do it again.” Instead of using whole clusters, “We kept our foot on the gas in terms of extraction,” Avila explains. “We did more punch downs and longer pump overs.” Medium ruby in colour, the Bien Nacido Pinot Noir features intense aromas of cranberry sauce, blood orange, mushroom, tar and forest floor with accents of cinnamon and liquorice. The medium-bodied palate is super silky and loaded with sweet berry preserves. Its oak spices are well integrated, its acidity bright, and it finishes long and spicy.