11Th Hour Cellar

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  11th Hour Cellars Pinot Noir Red Wine USA 75 cl 13% 13

  Item no.: 22227865479-1106-1972804790

  Pinot Noir is known as the difficult grape that demands patience, and at 11th Hour Cellars that fits the philosophy perfectly - waiting until the last moment to make the crucial choices about harvest and ageing.

  Expert's Description

  11th Hour Cellars Pinot Noir is a Red Wine from California, USA, made from Pinot Noir with an alcohol content of 13%. The grapes come from the Lodi area in the northern San Joaquin Valley, where cool evening breezes from the Sacramento Delta help preserve the grape's acidity and finesse throughout the long ripening period. The winery, part of Scotto Family Wines, works on the principle of making the most important vinification decisions as late as possible to extract as much character as possible from each vintage.

  Tasting Notes

  Nose

  Red berries, a hint of earth and a touch of spice on the nose.

  Palate

  Light to medium-bodied on the palate with juicy cherries and silky-soft tannins.

  Finish

  The finish is fresh and elegant.

  Serving & Food Pairing

  Serve at 14-16°C in a Burgundy glass. Pairs well with duck breast, salmon or mushroom-based dishes.

  Specifications

  Name: Pinot Noir
  Producer/Winery: 11th Hour Cellars
  Region/Country: Lodi, San Joaquin Valley, California, USA
  Grape variety: Pinot Noir
  Vintage: Non-vintage (NV)
  ABV: 13%
  Size: 75 CL
  Serving temperature: 14-16°C
  Decanting recommended: No
  Glass type: Burgundy glass

  Flavour Profile

  Light to medium-bodied · Fresh · Red berries · Elegant

  Did You Know?

  Pinot Noir is known as one of the most demanding grapes to grow because it is highly sensitive to climate and soil - exactly why it requires the carefully weighed decisions that 11th Hour Cellars is named after.

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  • 18,75
    1pcs.
    16,25EUR
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  11th Hour Cellars Zinfandel Red Wine USA 75 cl 13.5% 13.5

  Item no.: 22227865479-1106-1972804789

  Zinfandel is the grape that truly defines the Lodi district in California, and at 11th Hour Cellars they wait until the very last moment to decide the harvest date and barrel ageing to get the most out of the old vines.

  Expert's Description

  11th Hour Cellars Zinfandel is a Red Wine from California, USA, made from Zinfandel with an alcohol content of 13.5%. The grapes are harvested in the Lodi area in the northern San Joaquin Valley, where sandy loam soil and cool nights from the Sacramento Delta give the grapes a long, even ripening period. Zinfandel has deep roots in this exact area - some of California's oldest vines still stand in Lodi - and the winery, part of Scotto Family Wines, focuses on letting the grape's natural spicy fruit speak for itself.

  Tasting Notes

  Nose

  Dark berries, a hint of pepper and a touch of vanilla on the nose.

  Palate

  Full-bodied and spicy on the palate with juicy berry fruit and soft tannins.

  Finish

  The finish is warm and long with a hint of sweetness.

  Serving & Food Pairing

  Serve at 16-18°C in a Bordeaux glass. Pairs well with grilled meat, BBQ ribs or hearty cheese tarts.

  Specifications

  Name: Zinfandel
  Producer/Winery: 11th Hour Cellars
  Region/Country: Lodi, San Joaquin Valley, California, USA
  Grape variety: Zinfandel
  Vintage: Non-vintage (NV)
  ABV: 13.5%
  Size: 75 CL
  Serving temperature: 16-18°C
  Decanting recommended: No
  Glass type: Bordeaux glass

  Flavour Profile

  Full-bodied · Spicy · Berry fruit · Soft tannins

  Did You Know?

  Some of Lodi's Zinfandel vineyards are over 100 years old and were planted before Prohibition, making them among the oldest still-producing vines in the US.

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  • 16,00
    1pcs.
    14,00EUR
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  11th Hour Chardonnay White Wine USA 75 cl 12% 12%.

  Item no.: 22227865479-1106-197280478

  The name 11th Hour Cellars refers to a philosophy of waiting until the very last moment with the crucial decisions - when to harvest the grapes, how long fermentation should run, and how long the wine should age in barrel - to bring out as much fruit as possible in the glass.

  Expert's Description

  11th Hour Cellars Chardonnay is a White Wine from California, USA, made from Chardonnay with an alcohol content of 12%. The grapes come from the areas around Sacramento and Lodi in the northern San Joaquin Valley, where sandy loam soil, moderate humidity and cool breezes from the Sacramento Delta give the grapes good conditions for slow ripening. The winery is part of Scotto Family Wines and places emphasis on waiting until the last possible moment with the most important vinification decisions to highlight the grape's natural, intense fruit profile.

  Tasting Notes

  Nose

  Tropical fruit and a hint of citrus on the nose.

  Palate

  Round and fruity on the palate with a pleasant mouthfeel.

  Finish

  The finish is soft and clean.

  Serving & Food Pairing

  Serve chilled at 10-12°C in a white wine glass. Pairs with chicken, shellfish or creamy pasta dishes.

  Specifications

  Name: Chardonnay
  Producer/Winery: 11th Hour Cellars
  Region/Country: Lodi, San Joaquin Valley, California, USA
  Grape variety: Chardonnay
  Vintage: Non-vintage (NV)
  ABV: 12%
  Size: 75 CL
  Serving temperature: 10-12°C
  Decanting recommended: No
  Glass type: White wine glass

  Flavour Profile

  Fruity · Round · Fresh · Soft

  Did You Know?

  The Lodi area, where the grapes for this Chardonnay are grown, was not officially recognised as its own wine region until 2006, even though viticulture there dates back to the late 1800s.

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  • 16,00
    1pcs.
    14,00EUR
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  11th Hour White Zinfandel Rosé Wine USA 75 cl 11%

  Item no.: 22227865479-1106-197280276

  The name is a nod to winemakers who insist on harvesting right up to the last possible moment - the "11th hour" - to squeeze maximum ripeness out of the grapes before the weather turns.

  Expert's Description

  11th Hour Cellars White Zinfandel is a Rose Wine from California, USA, made from Zinfandel with an alcohol content of 11%. The grapes come from the areas around Sacramento and Lodi in the northern San Joaquin Valley, where sandy loam soil, humid conditions and cool breezes from the Sacramento Delta give the grapes slow, cool nights. This creates optimal conditions for Zinfandel's aromatic expression and the characteristic fruitiness the White Zinfandel style is known for.

  Tasting Notes

  Nose

  Raspberry, strawberry and red berries on the nose.

  Palate

  Round and soft on the palate with a charming sweetness, balanced by a lightly dry finish.

  Finish

  The finish is short and fruity.

  Serving & Food Pairing

  Serve chilled at 8-10°C in a rose wine glass. Pairs with spiced dishes, pizza, grilled food, or works as a relaxed aperitif on the patio.

  Specifications

  Name: White Zinfandel
  Producer/Winery: 11th Hour Cellars
  Region/Country: Lodi, San Joaquin Valley, California, USA
  Grape variety: Zinfandel
  Vintage: Non-vintage (NV)
  ABV: 11%
  Size: 75 CL
  Serving temperature: 8-10°C
  Decanting recommended: No
  Glass type: Rose wine glass

  Flavour Profile

  Sweet · Fruity · Light · Soft

  Did You Know?

  White Zinfandel was originally created by accident in California in the 1970s, when a winemaker tried to concentrate a red wine by draining off some of the pale juice - and instead created an entirely new, rapidly popular rose style.

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  • 16,00
    1pcs.
    14,00EUR