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Cline Cellars Classic Pinot Noir Sonoma County 2021
Vintage Character
Cline Classic Pinot Noir 2021 is a Sonoma County appellation wine that captures the generous yet balanced personality of this celebrated North Coast region. The 2021 vintage in California was shaped by a dry growing season and reduced yields, a combination that often delivered concentrated fruit and good structural definition, making it a notably strong year for well-farmed Sonoma reds. Sourced from Sonoma County, where cooling Pacific influence tempers sunshine and helps Pinot Noir retain freshness, the wine reflects a region prized for its long ripening season and ability to produce fruit with both brightness and supple texture.
Tasting Profile & Food Pairing
In the glass, it opens with red cherry, raspberry, and ripe strawberry aromas, accented by floral notes, gentle baking spice, and a light touch of vanilla. The palate is medium-bodied and silky, with juicy red-berry fruit, subtle earth, and soft oak seasoning carried by fresh acidity and fine, polished tannins into a smooth, harmonious finish. Pair it with roast duck, mushroom risotto, or cedar-planked salmon for combinations that echo the wine’s delicacy and savory nuance.
Winery Background
Founded in 1982 by Fred and Nancy Cline, Cline Family Cellars has built its reputation in Sonoma on family ownership, sustainable farming, and wines that consistently overdeliver in approachability and regional character. The estate is widely recognized for its commitment to environmentally responsible viticulture, and the house style favors clean fruit expression over excessive extraction. For this Pinot Noir, the winemaking approach emphasizes freshness and accessibility, with oak used as a supporting element rather than the main voice, a philosophy that makes Cline a dependable benchmark for polished, everyday Sonoma value.
Cline Classic Pinot Noir 2021 is a Sonoma County appellation wine that captures the generous yet balanced personality of this celebrated North Coast region. The 2021 vintage in California was shaped by a dry growing season and reduced yields, a combination that often delivered concentrated fruit and good structural definition, making it a notably strong year for well-farmed Sonoma reds. Sourced from Sonoma County, where cooling Pacific influence tempers sunshine and helps Pinot Noir retain freshness, the wine reflects a region prized for its long ripening season and ability to produce fruit with both brightness and supple texture.
Tasting Profile & Food Pairing
In the glass, it opens with red cherry, raspberry, and ripe strawberry aromas, accented by floral notes, gentle baking spice, and a light touch of vanilla. The palate is medium-bodied and silky, with juicy red-berry fruit, subtle earth, and soft oak seasoning carried by fresh acidity and fine, polished tannins into a smooth, harmonious finish. Pair it with roast duck, mushroom risotto, or cedar-planked salmon for combinations that echo the wine’s delicacy and savory nuance.
Winery Background
Founded in 1982 by Fred and Nancy Cline, Cline Family Cellars has built its reputation in Sonoma on family ownership, sustainable farming, and wines that consistently overdeliver in approachability and regional character. The estate is widely recognized for its commitment to environmentally responsible viticulture, and the house style favors clean fruit expression over excessive extraction. For this Pinot Noir, the winemaking approach emphasizes freshness and accessibility, with oak used as a supporting element rather than the main voice, a philosophy that makes Cline a dependable benchmark for polished, everyday Sonoma value.
Product details
Wine TypeRed
WineryCline Family Cellars
Grape VarietiesPinot Noir
WinemakerTom Gendall
CountryUSA
Expert RatingJS 91
RegionCalifornia
Production VolumeCommon (Over 100,000 bottles)
Sub-regionSonoma County
SweetnessDry
Classification (Ranking)—
Alcohol Level14.0
Format750ml
Prices
Golden Gate Wine
Standard delivery 2-5 working days
Vinobuzz Delivery
HK$242
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