Appearance:
Joel Gott Pinot Noir graces the glass with a translucent ruby-red hue, exhibiting clarity and brilliance. The wine's visual presentation sets the stage for an elegant and expressive tasting experience.

Nose:
The aroma is a captivating symphony of red berries, with notes of cherry and raspberry taking the lead. Subtle earthy undertones add complexity, creating an enticing bouquet that invites anticipation.

Palate:
On the palate, the wine unfolds with grace and finesse. Bright red fruit flavors, notably cherry and raspberry, dominate the forefront. Nuanced hints of spice and a touch of oak contribute to the wine's depth, creating a well-rounded and velvety mouthfeel. The inherent silky texture and balanced acidity further enhance the overall harmony of the palate.

Finish:
The finish is lingering and satisfying, with the fruitiness persisting alongside a subtle touch of toasty oak. Joel Gott Pinot Noir leaves a lasting impression, inviting contemplation of its refined and nuanced character.

Joel is a fourth-generation California vintner, and wine and food entrepreneur. Born in Napa Valley and raised in the Sierra Foothills where his parents started Montevina Winery, Joel later moved to Carmel and upon graduating high school went to work for Kenwood Winery in Sonoma County.
Since 1996, Joel Gott Wines have all the things that matter: structure, sweet fruit, tannins, color, mouthfeel, and they have a great time making it.
Pinot Noir is essentially produced using the red winemaking process of fermentation and barreling (yes, it is almost always oaked - ideally in French Oak barrels). It may surprise some readers to discover that Pinot Noir is one of the three grapes used in making Champagne.
Gott is a fourth-generation vintner who founded his eponymous brand in 1996, building his reputation as a value-oriented vintner with wines made from primarily purchased grapes in California, Oregon and Washington. The company also owns multiple California vineyards. Joel's wife, Sarah, oversees winemaking.Pinot Noir is most enviable in its various interpretations as Red Burgundy. From the feminine Chambolle-Musigny to the exotic Richebourg, Pinot Noirs from this small area of France are the role models for the world. No other grape delivers a wine with such heady perfume, silky texture, and primal, earthy flavor.
The exterior of Pinot Noir grapes are undeniably dark, but did you know that Pinot Noir can be red or white? Though usually used to produce a light-bodied and elegant red wine, Pinot Noir grapes are used for red, white, rosé, and even sparkling wines.