Pinot Noir (2017)

About this wine

Meiomi Pinot Noir 2017 presents a deep garnet color with a ruby edge. The aroma is filled with bright strawberry, jammy fruit, mocha, and vanilla, complemented by toasty oak notes. On the palate, flavors of boysenberry, blackberry, dark cherry, and juicy strawberry are prominent, with toasty mocha adding depth. The wine's well-integrated oak provides structure and depth, resulting in supple tannins and a silky texture. This Pinot Noir is a blend from three notable California regions: Monterey, Santa Barbara, and Sonoma, each contributing unique characteristics to the wine.

About the grape

Pinot Noir, a grape with origins in France's Burgundy region, has been cultivated there since at least the 4th century. Its name, meaning "black pine cone," reflects the grape's dark color and tightly clustered shape. In California, Pinot Noir was introduced in the mid-19th century but gained significant popularity after the 2004 film "Sideways," which led to an 18% increase in U.S. supermarket sales of the variety within a year. The 2017 Meiomi Pinot Noir sources its grapes from several coastal regions in California, including Sonoma, Monterey, and Santa Barbara counties, areas known for their cool climates that are ideal for cultivating this delicate varietal.

Quick facts

• 🌊 Meiomi means "coast" in the language of the Wappo and Yuki tribes, reflecting its coastal vineyard origins.
• 📈 Founded in 2006 by Joe Wagner, Meiomi sold over 1.1 million cases in 2017, making it one of the best-selling Pinot Noirs in the U.S.
• 🍇 The 2017 Meiomi Pinot Noir is crafted from grapes sourced across California's coastal regions, including Sonoma, Monterey, and Santa Barbara counties.
• 💰 In 2015, Joe Wagner sold Meiomi to Constellation Brands for $315 million, highlighting its rapid success.
• 🍷 Meiomi Pinot Noir is known for its rich, fruit-forward profile with notes of berries, mocha, and vanilla, offering a smooth and approachable taste.

Palate profile

Producer

Meiomi Wines was founded in 2006 by Joe Wagner, a fifth-generation winemaker from the renowned Wagner family, known for their Caymus Vineyards. The name 'Meiomi' means 'coast' in the language of Northern California's indigenous Wappo and Yuki tribes, reflecting the winery's sourcing of grapes from coastal regions like Sonoma, Monterey, and Santa Barbara counties. In 2015, Meiomi was acquired by Constellation Brands for $315 million, marking one of the most significant wine brand acquisitions at the time. The winery is celebrated for its approachable and richly flavored wines, particularly its Pinot Noir, which has become a favorite among consumers.