Twomey Anderson Valley Pinot Noir 2020
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The 2020 Anderson Valley Pinot Noir presents as a beautiful, complex expression of the region, highlighting the pretty aromatics of wild red berries, flowers and spice. On the palate, this wine has the firm and fine structure we love from the region, showing the density and body of the warm season with a mouthcoating, long finish and persistence on the palate.
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COMMENTARY: The 2020 Twomey Anderson Valley Pinot Noir offers excellent richness and presence on the palate. TASTING NOTES: This wine shines with aromas and flavors of spice, dried earth, black fruit, and chalk. Pair it with slowly-cooked lamb shanks. (Tasted: May 8, 2022, 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.