Description

Dierberg Pinot Noir Santa Maria Valley 2022 is an estate Pinot Noir from Dierberg Vineyard in California's Santa Maria Valley, one of Santa Barbara County's distinguished cool-climate winegrowing regions.

The wine combines structure and intensity with freshness, showing the dark cherry and earthy character associated with the Santa Maria site. Its complex, tense mouthfeel brings together length and breadth, creating a Pinot Noir with both presence and balance.

About Dierberg Vineyard

Dierberg Vineyard is located in the Santa Maria Valley of Santa Barbara County, California. The Dierberg family's pursuit of exceptional cool-climate Chardonnay and Pinot Noir led them to California's Central Coast, where the maritime influence and distinctive growing conditions of Santa Barbara County provide an ideal environment for these varieties.

The Santa Maria Valley's cool climate is strongly influenced by the Pacific Ocean. Its unusual east-to-west orientation allows maritime air to move inland, helping create the long, moderate growing season that has made the appellation particularly well regarded for Pinot Noir and Chardonnay.

Wine Profile

• Producer: Dierberg
• Wine: Pinot Noir
• Vintage: 2022
• Appellation: Santa Maria Valley
• County: Santa Barbara County
• State: California
• Country: United States
• Grape Variety: Pinot Noir
• Vineyard: Dierberg Vineyard
• Bottle Size: 750ml

Tasting Profile

Aromas & Flavours
Dark cherry develops alongside earthy Santa Maria character, reflecting the cool-climate personality of the vineyard.

Palate
Complex and tense, with an interplay of length and breadth. Structured and intense while retaining freshness and balance.

Style
A structured, cool-climate Pinot Noir combining fruit, earthiness, intensity and freshness.

Highlights

• 2022 vintage Pinot Noir from Dierberg Vineyard.
• From the cool-climate Santa Maria Valley in Santa Barbara County.
• 100% Pinot Noir.
• Dark cherry and earthy Santa Maria character.
• Complex, tense mouthfeel with length and breadth.
• Combines structure and intensity with freshness.

BBPH Serving Suggestions

• Serve slightly cool at approximately 14–16°C.
• Use a Burgundy-style wine glass to highlight its aromatic character.
• Allow the wine to open in the glass before drinking.

BBPH Food Pairing

• Roast duck
• Duck breast with cherry sauce
• Roast chicken
• Grilled salmon
• Pork tenderloin
• Mushroom risotto
• Truffle dishes
• Soft and semi-soft cheeses