Cline Pinot Noir 2021
A smooth, fruit-led Californian Pinot Noir with cherry, plum, and soft spice. Supple, approachable, and easy to drink.
From the cool vineyards of California’s North Coast, Cline Cellars brings their family’s heritage and sustainable farming philosophy to this elegant Pinot Noir.
The 2021 vintage is a silky, fruit-forward expression of the variety, showing vibrant raspberry, cherry, and strawberry with subtle floral notes, gentle spice, and a touch of oak.
Medium-bodied with soft tannins and a polished finish, it captures the balance of ripeness and finesse that has made California Pinot Noir so admired, while reflecting Cline’s commitment to approachable, expressive wines rooted in regional character.
USA
California
Pinot Noir
750ml
14%
2021Cline Pinot Noir 2021 is made in the generous Californian style that prioritises ripe fruit, softness, and immediate drinkability over the leaner, more savoury profile associated with cooler-climate Pinot Noir. That makes it especially useful for those who want the grape’s red-fruited charm without the earthiness or fragility that sometimes define more traditional examples.
Cline’s approach tends to favour broad fruit and clean winemaking, producing wines that are accessible and reliable rather than delicate or cerebral. In Pinot Noir, that means cherry and plum fruit, gentle oak influence, and soft tannins rather than angular acidity or forest-floor complexity.
This is not a Burgundy-inspired Pinot, and it is best not judged as one. It is a California Pinot built to be open, soft, and crowd-pleasing, and it succeeds on exactly those terms.
A dry, medium-bodied red with soft tannins, ripe red fruit, and a smooth palate. It is fuller and more fruit-driven than cooler-climate Pinot Noir, but not heavy.
In simple terms: an easy Californian Pinot — juicy, soft, and approachable, with enough varietal charm to keep it recognisable.
- Appearance: Bright ruby with soft garnet hints.
- Nose: Cherry, plum, vanilla, and light spice.
- Palate: Ripe red fruit with soft oak and gentle savoury tones.
- Texture: Medium-bodied with smooth tannins.
- Finish: Soft, silky, and easy.
- Overall Impression: A friendly Californian Pinot Noir made for fruit, softness, and broad appeal.
- Roast Chicken – A very natural match for softer Pinot Noir.
- Salmon – Works nicely with richer fish dishes.
- Mushroom Risotto – A good pairing that draws out the wine’s subtle savoury side.
- Charcuterie – Easy and versatile with mixed boards.
- Soft Cheeses – Best with creamy, milder cheeses.
- Serve slightly cool at 14–16°C.
- No long decant needed.
- Use a Burgundy-style or medium red wine glass.
- Best enjoyed over the next 2–4 years.
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