Fess Parker 2013 Bien Nacido Vineyard Pinot Noir
Family run winery established in 1989 by the late Fess Parker. Fess is best known for his portrayal of the frontiersmen Davy Crockett and Daniel Boone during the 1950’s and 1960’s and made him a legion among millions of adoring fans. Fess Parker was originally from Texas, attended the University of Texas and did a tour of duty with the U.S. Navy during WWII and moved to California in the 1950’s and began acting. After his acting career was winding down, Fess, in 1986, opened a resort hotel in Santa Barbara on 23 ocean front acres. In 1989 Fess’ next adventure lured him to the Santa Ynez Valley’s wine country and purchased a 714 acre ranch on what is now known as the Foxen Canyon Wine Trail. Today, the Fess Parker Winery is still family owned and operated and celebrated its 25th anniversary in 2014.
A stunning light ruby red color with subtle aromas of red berry fruit combining slight earthy notes and floral scents. The 100% Pinot Noir wine was aged for 17 months on French oak, (30% new) before bottling. On the palate, the wine was medium in weight and showed vivid focus of berry fruit, raspberry, cherry and cranberry, nothing overpowering. The wine showed soft tannins surrounded by lively acidity and slight earthy minerals, giving the wine a remarkable balance. An elegant wine that is easy to drink, a real treasure, Top-notch! Only 814 cases were made so grab a bottle if you see it.
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