Lichen Moonglow Pinot Noir 2019
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The 2019 Moonglow Pinot Noir brings a refinement, focus, and beauty to the Moonglow lineup that shows off the maturity of Lichen's estate vineyard. Even in its youth, pitch-perfect red cherry notes let you know we grow it at the heart of Anderson Valley. This wine displays an uplift, dancing on the midpalate as it delivers a long savory finish.
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Wilfred Wong of Wine.com
COMMENTARY: The 2019 Lichen Pinot Noir is a beautiful and lively wine. TASTING NOTES: This wine shines with pleasing aromas of pure red fruits and a hint of minerality. Pair it with grilled wild salmon fillets. (Tasted: June 22, 2021, San Francisco, CA)
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Anderson Valley, located in Mendocino County just above Sonoma County, is one of California’s coolest AVAs, allowing it a long growing season. Only 15 miles long, the region makes a slice eastward through the mountains, from the frigid Pacific Ocean. Dramatic diurnal temperature variations here preserve grape acidity and thus freshness in the finished wines. These are prime conditions for growing Pinot Noir, and the valley produces many fine versions. Characteristics of Anderson Valley Pinot Noir typically include crisp acidity, cranberry and strawberry notes as well as earthy notes of forest floor and mushroom.
Still Pinot Noir, however, is only part of the story. Pinot Noir, along with Chardonnay, are also grown for Anderson Valley’s exceptional sparkling wines. Produced via the traditional method, these offer a classic toasty note from lees aging, bright, complex fruit notes and a clean, refreshing character.