MEIOMI PINOT NOIR 2023, California

I was looking for a red wine that wouldn't overpower a salmon dish, and this 2023 Pinot Noir's juicy fruit character was exactly right. It paired beautifully and was a hit with everyone at the table.

The tannins are so smooth it’s almost dangerous how fast the bottle goes down, and that juicy fruit character really holds its own next to a heavy ribeye. I picked up a second bottle the same week I finished the first one.

Opened this with a steak dinner, and its smooth tannins paired perfectly without overpowering the meat. The juicy fruit character is really upfront and enjoyable.