A more widely distributed wine starting with this vintage, the 2022 Pinot Noir has plenty of finesse and delicacy given the mountain fruit that goes into it, including some from the producer's Sable Mountain Vineyard, which adds intensity to the luxurious red fruit and baking spice that accent the well-integrated oak, refined tannins, and moderate length of this medium-bodied effort. Age through 2032. ~92 Jeb Dunnuck
This wine is bright, with aromas of black strawberry, boysenberry, citrus, mulled spices and toasted vanilla on the nose. The flavors on the palate are dark cherry, sweet maple, blood orange, crushed dried herbs and grapefruit rind. It finishes with dry, juicy tannins. Pair with mushroom risotto. ~92 Wine Enthusiast
Balanced and approachable with sweet aromas of red fruit and baking spices. The full body is round and complete with juicy acidity and integrated tannins. ~91 James Suckling
2022 La Crema Pinot Noir Anderson Valley Mendocino 6pk 6x750ml
- "Plenty of Finesse and Delicacy" ~92 JD
- Winemaker Craig McAllister, Head Winemaker Since 2016
- Jackson Family Invested $12M Into Russian River Facility
2022 La Crema Pinot Noir Anderson Valley Mendocino 6pk 6x750ml
About The Wine
At A Glance
- Varietal:
- Pinot Noir
- Region:
- Sub-Appellation:
- Anderson Valley
- Alcohol:
- 13.5%
- Size:
- 750ml
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- PAIRS WITH
- Duck · Poultry · Mushroom Dish · Fish · Veal
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THE PRODUCER
La Crema
In 1974, Jess Jackson purchased an 80-acre orchard in Northern California and planted grapes. Jackson Family Wines was founded in 1982. The first vintage of Kendall-Jackson Vintner's Reserve Chardonnay (1982) was released in 1983. La Crema (Sonoma) purchased Lost Hills. As of 2019, the winery produced over 360,000 annual cases. As of 2019, La Crema was one of the 50 largest wineries. Kendall Jackson pumped more than $12 million into updating and establishing its La Crema label in the Russian River region. La Crema Winery is a family owned estate in the Russian River Valley. La Crema specializes in handcrafted Pinot Noir and Chardonnay from cool climate. La Crema was founded in 1979 as La Crema Viñera, meaning the Best of the Vine. Jess Jackson and Barbara Banke purchased La Crema in 1993 and produced the first vintage in 1994.
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