Notes of: Leather

Notes of: Strawberry

Notes of: Tobacco

Notes of: Clove

Notes of: Vanilla

Notes of: Blackberry

Ampelos

Ampelos Cellars Nu Pinot Noir

United States, Central Coast California

Red wine

4.3

Expert Rating

0.0

Rarely Reviewed

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

2029

Profile

Sweetness:

Dry

Lusciously Sweet

Alcohol:

High

Very Low Alcohol

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.

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