{"product_id":"tortoise-creek-pinot-noir-2019-750ml","title":"Tortoise Creek - Pinot Noir 2022 (750ml)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Tortoise Creek Pinot Noir is sourced from Certified Organic \u0026amp; sustainably farmed vineyards in Mendocino County.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVineyards at Barra of Mendocino\u003cbr\u003eTasting Room:\u003cbr\u003e• 50 acres\u003cbr\u003e• Planted Pinot Noir\u003cbr\u003e• 750 feet in elevation\u003cbr\u003e• CCOF (California Certified Organic Farmers) certified in 2007\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVarietal: 100% Pinot Noir\u003cbr\u003eRegion: Mendocino, California\u003cbr\u003eAlcohol: 14%\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOrganically farmed pinot noir grapes from our home ranch, Redwood Valley Vineyards, were hand-harvested in mid September. The bunches were carefully destemmed into a stainless steel tank for fermentation. The mixture of skins, seed , and juice were cold soaked for 24-48 hours to begin flavor extraction. After a CCOF (California Certified Organic Farmers) approved yeast was added, the must was mixed two times per day to continue extracting color and tannin. These\u003cbr\u003epump-overs are critical to enhancing the aroma and flavor from the pinot noir grape. Once fermentation is complete, the must was delicately pressed and aged on French oak for 8 months.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTASTING NOTES\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis medium garnet-colored wine presents enticing aromas of dried cranberry, sweet rhubarb, and subtle hints of cinnamon and nutmeg. On the palate, flavors of delicate caramel, bright red cherries, and a touch of licorice meld seamlessly with soft tannins and a smooth texture, achieving a harmonious balance of fruit and oak.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFOOD PAIRING\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a gorgeous food wine and works well with roast meats, tuna and cheeses as well as pasta.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tortoise Creek","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42976021938400,"sku":"111189","price":23.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0649\/9713\/0464\/files\/TC-Pinot-Noir-Bottle.jpg?v=1758825292","url":"https:\/\/www.mywineconnection.com\/products\/tortoise-creek-pinot-noir-2019-750ml","provider":"My Wine Connection","version":"1.0","type":"link"}