Chanin Wine Co. 'Bien Nacido' Santa Barbara Pinot Noir 2014 VACQUEYRAS finishing with refreshing gunflint

finishing with refreshing gunflint

Whole cluster ferment in open concrete tanks

arguably the finest white wine-producing village in the whole of Burgundy

The domaine's holdings in Forets is made up of two parcels

ripe peach

Chanin Wine Co. 'Bien Nacido' Santa Barbara Pinot Noir 2014 VACQUEYRAS finishing with refreshing gunflintThe slightest touch of wildfire kicks off the nose, followed by aromas of hibiscus, light cranberry, dried rose petal, roasted pork shank and white pepper. It's quite light upon first sip, then a peppery intensity builds as flavors of under ripe raspberry, fresh thyme and dewy oregano arise. For a lighter style of the grape, it's a classic, and stays fresh for days.