Pence PTG is a premium red wine produced by Pence Vineyards, a family-owned winery located in the Sta. Rita Hills appellation of California. The vineyard is situated on a unique terroir with a cool climate and marine influence, which allows for slow ripening of the grapes and development of complex flavors. The winemaking process involves hand-picking the grapes and fermenting them in small batches to ensure quality. The resulting wine is a blend of Pinot Noir, and Gamay grapes, which creates a unique and balanced flavor profile. The wine is known for its elegant and refined style, with notes of dark fruit, spice, and earthy undertones.
NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER
This Pence PTG is a full-bodied red blend of Pinot Noir, and Gamay.It offers a bold, dark fruit aroma of ripe cherries and plums, with a hint of spices and a hint of dark chocolate. The palate is intense and complex, showing refined tannins and a full-bodied texture. Flavors of blackberry and dark cherry lead to a long, velvety finish with a hint of oak.
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
4.1
1 Review
Vintage 2016
27-07-2023
Uiswung
Consistent blend of Pinot and Gamay, this wine is a true delight.