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Marimar Estate La Masia Pinot Noir 2012
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| Country: | United States |
| Regions: | California California (Sonoma County) |
| Winery: | Marimar Estate |
| Grape Type: | Pinot Noir |
| Vintage: | 2012 |
| Bottle Size: | 750 ml |
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Product Description
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The Clones
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Tasting Notes
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The Marimar Estate
Exporting a Legacy To California
Nestled in the rolling hills of western Sonoma County, the Russian River/Green Valley appellation is a perfect microclimate for growing Chardonnay and Pinot Noir. Only 10 miles from the Pacific Ocean and 50 miles north of San Francisco, the site is influenced by the sea's cooling breezes and drifting fog. That is why Marimar Torres selected this privileged location to "export" the Torres family legacy of fine wines to California.
A Catalan Farmhouse-Winery
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The Marimar Vineyard
The Don Miguel Vineyard: A Unique Site
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