Pruning method: “Kouloura” (basket-shaped) Planting density: 2
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Samuel Louis Smith Pinot Noir Montañita de Oro Monterey 2022 (750ml) Passito di Pantelleria Pruning method: “Kouloura” (basket-shaped) PlantingAnother blended wine like the Chardonnay Granitiers, the 2024 Pinot Noir Montanita De Oro is a celebration of the best mountain sites in Monterey, the 51% majority from Pelio, some Michaud, and the rest from Double LL, each at mid elevation in different AVAs, including the soon to be designated Carmel Coast. Harvested, native fermented (60% whole cluster), and aged separately, Smith blends them together in the spring to age under a year in new, second