WINEMAKER NOTES

Our 2019 Lemoravo Vineyard Pinot Noir is bold and rustic, the nose redolent with dark fruit tones and an elegant oak profile. The palate showcases notes of raspberry pie and cherry cobbler, with hints of earth and forest floor becoming apparent after a few swirls. This wine benefits from a little time to breathe, after which it opens up nicely into a beautiful bouquet of cherry blossoms and lavender mixed with elements of plum and blackberry.

WINEMAKING TECHNIQUES

Clusters were hand-harvested at night to ensure gentle processing of cool fruit. At the winery, the grapes were sorted and destemmed, with ten percent left as whole clusters for added complexity. Fermentation occurred in small, open-top bins with twice-daily hand punch-downs, using a mix of natural and cultured yeasts. The final blend represents the winemaker's selection of the best barrels.

FRUIT SOURCE: LEMORAVO VINEYARD

Located in the hills on the west side of Monterey’s Salinas Valley, the Santa Lucia Highlands AVA benefits from the cooling influence of the Pacific Ocean. Lemoravo Vineyard is almost directly below the Sierra Mar Vineyard. The name comes from the crops originally planted at the site: lemons, oranges and avocados. Pinot Noir grapes grown here tend to produce wines that are fruit-forward and rich with remarkable natural acidity.

VINTAGE NOTES

In 2019, the Central Coast had an ideal growing season, with plenty of rain during winter and spring resulting in even ripeness throughout the vineyards. The harvest was delayed by almost two weeks, allowing for natural acidity retention and the development of fresh fruit flavors. The 2019 vintage produced high-quality grapes and well-balanced wines.

THE WINERY

Bailarín Cellars was created in 2014 by a collective of family and friends, each following their respective passions. Together, we focus on producing small lots of handcrafted wines from unique vineyard sources. We are proud to share the fruits of our labor and love with you.