10.5 liters of California Pinot Noir must (and an accent of Pinotage) fermented on a 1.5 liter virgin California Pinot Noir crushed grape pack and French oak for this bright and fruity wine. Expect to enjoy lively black cherry and, cranberry aromas and flavors against subtle spice and almond in the background. A few months aging will subdue the oak and tannins to let the fruit shine and define the medium length finish. May be cellared for a year or more. The soft, light to medium-bodied wine may be lightly chilled and enjoyed as an aperitif or with chicken, pork and simple beef dishes (not recommended for your best steaks or rich, braised foods). Pairs well with salmon.