Ampelos
Ampelos Cellars Nu Pinot Noir
4.3
Expert Rating
0.0
Rarely Reviewed
2021
WINE DESCRIPTION
Ampelos Nu Pinot Noir, also known as "The Infrequent," is a distinguished wine from the renowned Ampelos Cellars in the cool-climate eastern Sta. Rita Hills. This estate is recognized for its sustainable, organic, and biodynamic practices, with its vineyards benefiting from ideal soil and microclimate conditions. Crafted from 100% estate-grown Pinot Noir, the wine undergoes meticulous winemaking in French oak barrels. The process ensures a refined and unique character while allowing for the development of natural complexity. The resulting wine features a deep, intense garnet red color. On the nose, it offers rich aromas of blackberries, leather, and tobacco. The palate reveals a full-bodied texture with recurring black fruit flavors and a lovely sweetness from the oak. Balanced and intense, Ampelos Nu Pinot Noir has a long finish.
NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER
Ampelos Nu Pinot Noir presents a fabulous deep, dark garnet red color.On the nose, it offers an enticing bouquet of ripe strawberries, cherries, and delicate floral notes, complemented by subtle hints of earthiness and spice. The palate reveals a harmonious blend of elegance and power, featuring vibrant flavors of raspberry, cranberry, and pomegranate. The silky-smooth texture is enhanced by balanced oak and a touch of vanilla, while the vibrant acidity adds a refreshing lift. The wine culminates in a long, lingering finish supported by the characteristic cola notes of the Santa Rita Hills.
EXPERT RATING
4.3
DRINKING WINDOW
Now
2024
Profile
Sweetness:
Dry
Dry
Lusciously Sweet
Alcohol:
High
Non-Alcoholic
Very High
Intensity:
Fragrant
Subtle
Powerful
Body:
Generous
Light Bodied
Full Bodied
Acidity:
Lean
Soft
Crisp
Tannin:
Firm
No Tannin
Grippy
GRAPES (1)
Pinot Noir
ORIGINS
Winery: Ampelos
Region: Central Coast California
The Central Coast of California is a wine lover's paradise, boasting a wide variety of climates, soils, and grape varieties. Located between San Francisco and Los Angeles, the Central Coast spans from Monterey County in the north to Santa Barbara County in the south. With its diverse topography and Mediterranean climate, the Central Coast is home to some of the most renowned wineries in the United States.
The Central Coast has a long and storied history of winemaking, dating back to the mid-1800s. The first vineyards were planted in the Santa Clara Valley, and by the late 1800s, the region was producing some of the finest wines in the country. The region's reputation for quality wines was further solidified in the early 1989, when the Santa Clara Valley was declared among the first American Viticultural Area (AVA) in the United States.CUSTOMER RATING
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