Lioco Mendocino Pinot Noir (2024)

This is a refined, food-friendly Pinot Noir that emphasizes earthy, savory, and spice-driven complexity alongside restrained red fruit, rather than a bold, fruit-forward style. The nose opens with tart cherry, black tea, boysenberries, and sweet backing spices. The palate is light with a lifted red berry tone balanced by tea and baking spices. It would pair especially well with roast chicken, duck, grilled salmon, mushroom dishes, or pork tenderloin.