Pinot Noir - Decoy

The Pinot Noir - Decoy displays a deep ruby-red color with bright reflections in the glass. The nose unfolds an intense, multilayered aromatic profile. Ripe strawberries, juicy sour cherries, and a hint of wild raspberry meet balsamic nuances and delicate spice notes. Cinnamon, cloves, and a touch of vanilla add warm accents, while a subtle undertone of dried herbs and fine wood notes completes the bouquet.

On the palate, this Californian Pinot Noir presents a silky-flowing texture and elegant structure. The opening reveals fresh red fruit that quickly gains depth. Sour cherry and strawberry combine with hints of balsamic, sweet spice, and a touch of cocoa. The acidity is precise and lively, carrying the fruit clearly across the palate and giving the wine its invigorating tension. Fine-grained, mature tannins support the structure and leave a velvety impression without overshadowing the elegance. The finish is long and aromatic, with notes of cherry, spicy wood, and a delicate echo of cinnamon.

This varietal Pinot Noir comes from selected sites in California, one of the most renowned wine-growing regions in the USA. The sun-drenched climate, cooling influences from the Pacific, and diversity of soils give the wine expression, ripeness, and finesse. Here, the Pinot Noir grape displays a modern New World style that combines concentration, clarity, and finesse.

• Wine type: Red wine, dry
• Grape variety: Pinot Noir (single-varietal)
• Origin: California, USA
• Alcohol content: 13.9% vol.
• Texture: Silky, elegant
• Finish: Long, fruit-driven, spicy
• Closure: Cork
• Glass recommendation: Burgundy glass
• Allergens: Contains sulfites and sulfur dioxide

1. Intense ruby-red color with bright reflections
2. Aromas of strawberry, sour cherry, clove, and cinnamon
3. Silky, elegant palate with clear structure
4. Fine tannins and precise, lively acidity
5. Long, aromatic finish with red fruit and spice

Production of Pinot Noir - Decoy

For the Pinot Noir - Decoy, selected grapes from various premier sites in California are brought to the winery. The climate offers warm, sunny days and cool nights. These temperature differences encourage aromatic depth and clear, lively freshness in the fruit. Different soils, ranging from gravelly sites to clay-rich parcels, give the wine structure and complexity.

The grapes are harvested parcel by parcel, beginning at the optimum stage of ripeness. Only fully ripe, aromatically concentrated grapes proceed to vinification. Careful selection before processing enhances the purity of the fruit aromas. The grapes are gently placed in the fermentation vessel, where a cool pre-fermentation maceration encourages aromatic intensity and color extraction.

Alcoholic fermentation takes place under temperature control to bring out the fine Pinot aromas with precision. Regular punch-downs or pump-overs gently extract color and tannins. After fermentation, the wine matures partly in wooden barrels and partly in tanks. Barrel aging gives the Pinot Noir notes of vanilla, subtle toast, and delicate spice without covering the fruit. The stainless-steel tank portion preserves freshness and clarity.

The Decoy house style focuses on elegance rather than opulence. The winemaker emphasizes precise fruit, silky tannins, and harmonious maturation. This creates a Pinot Noir that expresses the character of California while respecting the delicacy of the grape variety. Before bottling, the wine spends time on its fine lees, which promotes additional depth and a creamy-feeling mouthfeel.

Serving Recommendations for Pinot Noir - Decoy

This Pinot Noir accompanies a wide variety of refined dishes. The wine harmonizes ideally with dishes that echo its fruity elegance and delicate spice. Particularly appealing pairings include poultry, fine meat dishes, and flavorful yet not overly heavy sauces.

• Poultry: Duck breast with cherry reduction, corn-fed chicken, Coq au Vin
• Meat: Veal loin, tender lamb, pink-roasted beef
• Vegetarian: Mushroom risotto, pan-fried king oyster mushrooms, ratatouille
• Cheese: Mild to medium-aged soft cheeses, creamy Brie, Camembert

The Pinot Noir - Decoy complements celebratory dinners, stylish evenings with friends, or a relaxed meal for two. The wine lends an elegant note to spontaneous moments and is equally well suited to festive occasions such as birthdays, anniversaries, or a multi-course menu. Its aromatic range unfolds particularly impressively in a suitable Burgundy glass.

The ideal serving temperature is approximately 15 to 17 degrees Celsius. Brief aeration in the glass or in a decanter before serving further opens the aromas and showcases the wine’s silky, fruity character. For storage, a cool, dark place with a preferably constant temperature and moderate humidity is recommended. Under suitable conditions, the Pinot Noir develops additional notes of maturity and spice over the course of several years without losing its lively fruit.

The Pinot Noir - Decoy is aimed at enthusiasts who appreciate characterful New World Pinot Noir and value elegance, structure, and expressive fruit. Each bottle invites you to enjoy a pleasurable rendezvous with California and brings Decoy’s signature style elegantly to the glass.

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