Chanin, Pinot Noir Bien Nacido other_regions_italy mineral reduction and acacia blossom

mineral reduction and acacia blossom scents

There is interesting Chablis-like nuances of iodine and quinine present on the more citrusinflected nose of lemongrass and acacia blossom

Fresh-picked berries and bramble on the nose become focused and spiced on the palate

rose petal and mint develop nicely

with a snap of smoky minerality zesty acidity and a white pepper flourish lending vivacity

Chanin, Pinot Noir Bien Nacido other_regions_italy mineral reduction and acacia blossomWinemaker Gavin Chanin is re releasing some back vintages he has been holding in the cellar, including this 2012 Pinot Noir Bien Nacido Vineyard. Pale garnet, it opens with struck match character and earthy tones of underbrush, mushrooms and tobacco, plus a core of spicy dark fruit. The medium bodied palate is chalky and fresh with fully mature flavors and a long, earthy finish. It hasn't matured as gracefully as the 2012 Chardonnay from the Sanford &