Experience the exceptional elegance of Hahn Estates Pinot Noir SLH, a meticulously crafted wine from California's acclaimed Santa Lucia Highlands. This 2021 vintage enchants with a vivid ruby hue and complex aromatics, including red cherry, blackberry, and subtle earthiness, complemented by hints of vanilla and toasty oak. The palate is velvety and rich, showcasing flavors of cherry, raspberry, red plum, and delicate allspice, balanced by refined tannins and bright acidity. Aged for 14 months in French oak, this medium-bodied Pinot Noir offers a long, sophisticated finish, embodying the harmonious expression of its terroir. Perfect with game, pork, or pasta, this wine transforms any meal into a memorable experience.
Hahn Estates Pinot Noir SLH originates from the Santa Lucia Highlands appellation in California. The vineyards benefit from a cool climate and well-drained rocky soils, which contribute to the wine's vibrant fruit flavors and balanced acidity.
"SLH" stands for Santa Lucia Highlands, a highly regarded wine region in California known for producing premium Pinot Noir and Chardonnay due to its unique climate and terroir.
This Pinot Noir boasts vivid red ruby color and aromas of red fruit, including cherry, blackberry, and hints of toast, vanilla spice, and earthiness. On the palate, it features refined, silky tannins with medium acidity, offering flavors of cherry, red plums, raspberry, and subtle notes of allspice on a long, elegant finish.
This wine pairs beautifully with a variety of dishes, including pork, spicy dishes, game, pasta with red or white sauces, and even coq au vin. Its medium body and acidity complement richly flavored meals without overpowering them.
For the best experience, serve this wine slightly cooler than room temperature, around 55–60°F (13–16°C). Allow it to breathe for 15–30 minutes for optimal aroma and flavor development.
The Santa Lucia Highlands (SLH) feature a long growing season with warm, sunny days followed by cool afternoons and evenings due to winds from Monterey Bay. These conditions ensure gradual ripening, vibrant acidity, and complex fruit flavors, making it ideal for cultivating high-quality Pinot Noir.
This wine is aged for 14 months in 60-gallon French oak barrels, 35% of which are new. This aging process imparts subtle notes of toast, vanilla, and spice while enhancing the wine's overall complexity.
The alcohol content for this Pinot Noir is 14.5%, reflecting the warm Californian climate that produces ripe grapes with full-bodied flavors.
Hahn Estates Pinot Noir SLH is a dry wine. While it features lovely red fruit flavors, the wine is fermented until nearly all sugars are converted to alcohol, resulting in a dry finish.
This wine can be enjoyed now but also has the potential to develop further complexity with proper aging. It is recommended to drink it by 2026 for optimal enjoyment.
Hahn Estates Pinot Noir SLH is typically sold in 750ml bottles. Depending on the retailer, prices range from $19.97 to $34.99, with discounts available for multi-bottle purchases.
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