La Crema Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir

Description

La Crema Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir is a California red wine, made from 100% Pinot Noir grapes grown in the highly esteemed Sonoma Coast wine-growing region. The grapes are sourced from vineyards located near the Pacific Coast and San Pablo Bay, where the growing season is unusually long. Lingering fog and coastal winds moderate the temperature, resulting in vines producing small, ripe berries with good acidity, concentrated aromas and flavours.

La Crema Wines, A Cool Climate Specialist

La Crema Wines specialises in cool climate wines, producing only Pinot Noir and Chardonnay. Founded over 30 years ago, La Crema began life at its Russian River Valley estate. Over the years, however, they have specialised in sourcing grapes from California’s cool coastal regions, including Russian River Valley, Los Carneros, Anderson Valley, Sonoma Coast and Monterey. To this, they can now add their exciting new project in the Willamette Valley in Oregon. Head Winemaker, Craig McAllister, employs a combination of traditional Burgundian wine-making techniques and modern Californian style.

Sonoma Coast AVA

Established in 1987, the Sonoma Coast AVA (American Viticultural Area) is one of California’s most distinctive and sought-after wine-growing regions. It is one of Sonoma County’s largest AVAs stretching from San Pablo Bay in the South, to the Mendocino County line to the North, and runs primarily along the mountainous coastline of the Pacific Ocean.

Strong Maritime Influence

There is a strong maritime influence here, which provides a cool growing climate throughout the year with fog moderating warmer summer temperatures. These are perfect conditions for Pinot Noir, which thrives in the region’s cool, coastal climate. The wines produced here are often elegant, with bright red fruit flavours, subtle earthiness, and a beautiful balance between acidity and tannins.

La Crema Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir Vinification

• Harvesting and Preparation: Grapes are mainly hand-picked and gently de-stemmed, with 70% whole berries in tank.
• Cold Soak: Cold-soaked at 48˚F for 3-5 days.
• Fermentation: Fermented in open-top tanks, punched down 3 times per day during active fermentation.
• Post-Fermentation Handling: Free-run juice is transferred to tank for one night of settling before racking to barrels.
• Ageing: The wine is racked to new and used French oak barrels (100% French Oak, 19% new) for 6 months; no racking out of barrels until blending before bottling.
• Dietary Suitability: Suitable for vegans and vegetarians.
• Certified Sustainable

Half-Bottles Available

La Crema Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir is also available to purchase from Fareham Wine Cellar in 37.5cl half bottles.