Cellar Secrets: Affordable & Food-Friendly California Wines

"Young winemaker Brycen Hill started his own label in 2019 called Keltom Roots, focused on single-vineyard Pinot Noir and Chardonnay from Sonoma. He believes high-quality wine should be accessible to everyone and, in that spirit, produces vibrant, energetic wines that offer pure fruit expression and freshness, characteristics that make this Pinot perfect for the table. Tasted while still in the barrel, it was made with 25% whole clusters and matured in 25% new French oak, which is integrated and gently frames its pretty fruits. The nose features alluring scents of raspberry, blueberry, tangerine and violet, with wafts of dried herbs and conifer. The light-bodied palate is pure and silky, with concentrated, floral fruits and a long, spicy finish that will complement an array of classic dishes like roast chicken and mushrooms, or grilled salmon and autumn vegetables. There are limited cases of this brand new wine available so don’t hesitate to pick up what you can find! RP [92-94]" - Le Guide MICHELIN