2022 Littorai Pinot Noir The Pivot Vineyard

The Littorai 2022 Pinot Noir The Pivot Vineyard is a beautiful expression of cool-climate Pinot Noir, originating from the renowned Sonoma Coast region. The wine comes from The Pivot Vineyard, a vineyard planted in 2004 that has since proven itself as a top terroir for expressive and refined Pinot Noir. Upon pouring, this wine opens with deep and seductive aromas of blackberries and red cherries, which are beautifully complemented by savory notes of charcuterie, dried oolong tea leaves, and perfumed lavender. The combination of fruit, spiciness, and floral elegance makes this an exceptionally complex and intriguing Pinot Noir. On the palate, this Pinot Noir reveals a light yet intensely concentrated profile, with a silky yet structured texture. The flavors unfold with a broad and layered complexity, where the juicy fruit notes are perfectly balanced by the chalky tannins and lively acidity. The wine possesses pronounced precision and elegance, with a long and nuanced finish that continually reveals new dimensions. The Sonoma Coast is known for its cool maritime influences, which ensure a long ripening period and refined aromas. The Pivot Vineyard benefits from these climatic conditions and produces grapes with intense flavor concentration and fresh acidity. The vinification of Littorai focuses on minimal intervention, allowing the purity of the terroir and the grape to remain central. This elegant, complex Pinot Noir pairs beautifully with: Duck with cranberry sauce or fig chutney, Grilled salmon with wild mushrooms, Pasta with truffle and Parmesan, Aged cheeses such as Époisses or a fine Comté. With only 552 cases produced, the Littorai 2022 Pinot Noir The Pivot Vineyard is an exclusive and rare wine that embodies the essence of high-quality Californian Pinot Noir. This wine is a must-have for connoisseurs and collectors seeking subtlety, elegance, and terroir expression. FUN FACT: The wine is stored in our climate-controlled Wine Warehouse, and if you come to pick up the wine, you will also receive a nice discount. We are located almost next to the main road with ample parking. Click here for the address