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2005 Bouchaine Carneros Pinot Noir

More and more people have discovered what longtime Pinot Noir lovers have always agreed: Pinot is the most versatile red wine and pairs best with so many foods. Anything grilled or smoked is fabulous. Try Bouchaine's Carneros Pinot with blackened salmon, braised pork tenderloin, or mushroom risotto accented with truffle oil.

Bouchaine's Carneros Pinot Noir is a blend of Dijon, Pommard, and Swan clones from our own vineyards and very select lots from neighboring Carneros vineyards. These highly regarded neighbors include the Gee Vinyard (dry-farmed), Las Brisas Vineyards, and Casa Carneros. Our corner of Carneros is best suited to growing Pinot Noir (and Chardonnay), and the 2005 season was classic Carneros: cool, fog-covered evenings and comfortably warm days that allowed Pinot grapes to develop fully, while maintaining bright acidity. The long harvest provided us a veritable smorgasbord of grape ripeness and maturity, all of which enhanced the character of this Pinot, adding richness and layers of flavor. The resulting wine is redolent of cherries and berries with a touch of earthiness and orange peel.

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