| Rating | 92 |
| Style | Red |
| Variety | Pinot Noir |
| Vintage | 2024 |
| Appellation |
Santa Cruz Mountains San Francisco Bay Central Coast California USA |
| ABV | 13.2% |
| Price | $55.00 |
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| Reviewed | 2026-06-23 |
Perfect For
Dinner Parties, Pizza Night, Wine And Cheese Night
Drink If You Like
Gamay, Pinot Noir , Trousseau
Farm Cottage Trout Gulch Vineyard Pinot Noir 2024 Review
This wine shows the raw sense of place of California’s Santa Cruz Mountains. It is sourced from the Trout Gulch Vineyard, a 16-acre dry farmed site that was planted in 1980. The vineyard sits 750 feet above sea level and feels the cooling influence of Monterey Bay. This elegant, balanced Pinot Noir expertly captures the vibrancy of this region. It’s made with 100 percent whole cluster fermentation, preserving its natural savory characteristics. The nose offers notes of ripe cherries, red plums, coffee, and saline. The fruit is delicate with a good amount of acidity, lifting the wine on the palate.
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