Criolla Chica 'Morcos' 2023, Matias Morcos Red Pinot Noir and Pinot Meunier

Pinot Noir and Pinot Meunier and around 40% of the wine comprised of aged reserve wine

This is a blend of 69% Pinot Noir and 31% Chardonnay

with the majority of the appellation located on the Columbia River Plateau

citrus peel and fresh grapefruit coming to the fore

with a little of the classic Pfalz ripeness and texture to add some drinkability

Criolla Chica 'Morcos' 2023, Matias Morcos Red Pinot Noir and Pinot MeunierThe majority of vines for this wine are old pergola trained characters and in this case, Criolla Chica, the Daddy of the Criolla family, aka Listan Prieto from the Canary Islands or Mission in California. This particular example of Criolla Chica has a beautiful red berry ripeness with aromas of strawberries and cherries. It is light and soft in the mouth with juicy acidity and a delicious finish.