Diora Pinot Noir 'La Petite Grace'

Indulgence begins in the vineyard. Diora is twenty-five years in the making, beginning at Monterey's famed San Bernabe Vineyard and Santa Lucia Highlands. No effort has been spared: from the carefully chosen vineyard blocks matched to the most esteemed Pinot Noir clones, to the customized winery built in the vineyard. Winemaker James Ewart nurtures from winter to harvest the very vines he helped plant, then applies extravagant, small lot winemaking to bring forth a truly opulent wine. He qualifies only half the lots for the final blend.

Dark ruby in the glass, aromas of dark cherries and raspberry mingle with nuances of licorice. Soft and velvety, robust with a voluptuous and full-bodied mouthfeel, the palate unfolds with decadent layers of intense chocolate-covered dark red cherries, and a delicate hint of wild sage. A long, lingering finish instills a lasting impression of rich, concentrated flavors.