Twomey Anderson Valley Pinot Noir 2016
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Wilfred Wong of Wine.com
COMMENTARY: When I reach for an Anderson Valley Pinot Noir, I am usually thinking red fruit and high acidity. The 2016 Twomey by Silver Oak Anderson Valley Pinot Noir is a bit richer than I had anticipated. Nevertheless, this wine shows excellent balance and style. TASTING NOTES: This wine comes up with attractive boysenberries and savory oak in its aromas and flavors. It rich palate present should pair handsomely with a well-seasoned duck breast. (Tasted: May 11, 2018, San Francisco, CA)
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Anderson Valley, located in Mendocino County just above Sonoma County, is one of California’s coolest AVAs, allowing it a long growing season. Only 15 miles long, the region makes a slice eastward through the mountains, from the frigid Pacific Ocean. Dramatic diurnal temperature variations here preserve grape acidity and thus freshness in the finished wines. These are prime conditions for growing Pinot Noir, and the valley produces many fine versions. Characteristics of Anderson Valley Pinot Noir typically include crisp acidity, cranberry and strawberry notes as well as earthy notes of forest floor and mushroom.
Still Pinot Noir, however, is only part of the story. Pinot Noir, along with Chardonnay, are also grown for Anderson Valley’s exceptional sparkling wines. Produced via the traditional method, these offer a classic toasty note from lees aging, bright, complex fruit notes and a clean, refreshing character.