CS
Claudia Schug
Principal / Owner, Schug Carneros Estate Winery
DT
Despina Triantos (attending)
Local importer / agent, Select Wines
Description
This classic Carneros region Pinot Noir offers a wide range of flavors and aromas, in the tradition of the finest red Burgundies of France. “Clonal diversity” is achieved by carefully blending several vineyard lots, each retaining its own unique clonal signature in the blend. The result is a complex wine with a rich bouquet of cherries, berries and hints of spicy new oak. It has flavors reminiscent of black cherry, currant and strawberry, followed by a rich, spicy texture and a long silky finish. This wine pairs nicely with lamb, duck, even grilled fish, and will improve with additional cellaring for 2 to 5 years.
Awards
91 pts Decanter Points
92 pts James Suckling
89 pts Wine Spectator Points
2018 - Tasting Panel Magazine/Somm Journal - 92 points
2018 - Beverage Testing Institute - 93 Points
2017 - Wine Enthusiast 90 points, James Suckling 92 points
Certifications
Fish friendly Farming
Alcohol
13.9%
Analytical data
dry