Barefoot Pinot Noir (1.5L, 13.5%)

A fruit-driven California Pinot Noir produced under the Barefoot Cellars label, owned by E & J Gallo Winery. Barefoot Cellars was founded in 1965 and acquired by E & J Gallo Winery in 2005; the Pinot Noir draws fruit from vineyards across California, including Cowell Ranch in the Central Valley. Serve slightly below room temperature, around 60-65°F. It suits casual everyday drinking and works in sangria, a Pinot Noir spritz or a Kalimotxo. The nose leads with ripe dark cherry, wild raspberry, brown spice, subtle oak and vanilla. The palate is fruit-forward with cherry candy, blackberry jam, soft mouthfeel, low acidity, vanilla, baking spice and a touch of earthiness. The finish is medium length with lingering berry sweetness, gentle spice and soft tannins.