| TASTE BENCHMARKS |
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Profile #1
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| Appearance |
Very light to medium dark. |
| Aroma |
Uncomplicated aromas of rosepetal, lavendar and cherries, often embellished with spice, vanilla and toast. |
| Flavor |
Feminine tannins. Round, fat and drinkable. |
| Balance |
Not intended for age or conversation, but good values for the Sideways crowd. |
| PRODUCTION CORRELATIONS |
| Oenological |
These are usually blends of "pinot helper" -- syrah, megapurple or some other inobtrusive body builder and coloring agent. |
| Viticultural |
Mass produced valley pinot gets roses and lavendar perfume but doesn't color up. |
| Terroir |
Flat, sandy desert. Natural air conditioning courtesy of daily gales from the Pacific. |