Wine Selection
Cambria Julia's Vineyard 2016 (USA: CA - Santa Maria Valley) (ID# 3242)
| Name | Cambria Julia's Vineyard 2016 (ID# 3242) | |||
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| Varietal | Pinot Noir | |||
| Region | USA: CA - Santa Maria Valley | |||
| Notes | "Julia’s is one of two vineyards on the estate property named for the daughters of Barbara Banke and Jess Jackson (the other is Katherine’s). Here, the benchland clay-loam soils soak up what little warmth the valley provides; the vines usually grow fruit with a savory, dark berry expression. This wine is reserved, with elements of both surf and turf, the tobacco note lined with a salty tang. It’s balanced and finely wrought, with a balsamic savor that calls to mind braised duck." (Wine & Spirits Magazine) | |||
Additional Notes "The 2016 Pinot Noir Julia's Vineyard is a terrific entry-level offering from Cambria. Gracious, perfumed and silky, with lovely aromatic top notes and lively fruit, the 2016 has a lot to offer. Sweet red cherry, crushed flowers and earthy notes develop nicely in a wine that offers terrific quality for the money." (Antonio Galloni, Vinous) |
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| Price | $24.99 |
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| Scores | Press* | Points | Other | Gold Star |
| W&S: | 93 pts | Best Buy | Gold Star | |
| VIN: | 90 pts | |||
| Other | ABV% | Body | Oak | Bio/Natural/Org/Sus |
| 14.2 | Medium | Medium | Sustainable | |
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DEC = Decanter
JS = James Suckling
VIN = Vinous
WA = Wine Advocate (Robert Parker)
WE = Wine Enthusiast
WS = Wine Spectator
W&S = Wine & Spirits Magazine