Josh Cellars Pinot Noir
Pinot Noir · California
$14.99
La Crema Monterey Pinot Noir
La Crema · California, Central Coast · United States
94 pts · Wine Enthusiastsustainable
$11.99
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It carries a verified 94-point score from Wine Enthusiast at a price under $25. The next step up in the same style, Josh Cellars Pinot Noir, is $14.99.
Taste profile
SweetnessDry → Sweet
BodyLight → Full
Acidity*Soft → Bright
Tannin*Silky → Grippy
Oak*None → Bold
Fruit*Subtle → Intense
* WineDiscounts editorial estimate based on verified tasting notes.
What it tastes like
Silky Monterey Pinot with cherry, raspberry, black plum, earthy mineral notes and a light touch of toasted spice.
You’ll like this if…
Choose this if you like California Pinot Noir that is fruit-forward but still fresh, with softer tannins than Cabernet or Merlot.
Why buy it
It is a recognizable cool-climate California Pinot from a producer known for this grape, with a current Wine Enthusiast 94-point review for the 2023 vintage.
Best for
Grilled chicken, mushroom risotto, Italian sausage, salmon, or a mixed holiday table.
Style
Medium-bodied, dry, juicy and polished; more red-fruited and silky than heavy or jammy.
Drinks like
California Central Coast Pinot Noir, lighter Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir, or fruit-forward Willamette Valley Pinot Noir.
Experience level
Easy for newer Pinot Noir drinkers, but with enough freshness and earthy detail for regular Pinot fans.
Flavor notes
Floralrose petal
Othermineral
Pairs well with
Poultry: grilled chicken(winery pick)
Seafood: grilled fish(winery pick)
Cheese: dishes with Gruyere(winery pick)
Best occasions
Serving & enjoying
- Serving temperature:
- 55-60°F
- Decanting:
- Not required; 15-20 minutes in a decanter or glass can open the aromatics.
- Glassware:
- Burgundy or other large-bowl Pinot Noir glass
- Drink or cellar:
- Enjoy now through the next 2-4 years.
- After opening:
- Best within 2-3 days, recorked and refrigerated.
Guidance partly estimated by WineDiscounts from the wine’s style.
About this wine
A cool-climate Monterey Pinot Noir with black plum, cherry and earth aromas, opening into raspberry, mineral and toasted spice. Juicy acidity and a silky, medium-bodied feel make it a versatile red for weeknight dinners or casual entertaining.
Wine details
- Type
- red
- Varietal
- Pinot Noir
- Grapes
- 100% Pinot Noir
- Producer
- La Crema
- Country
- United States
- Region
- California, Central Coast
- Appellation
- Monterey
- Bottle size
- 750 Ml
- ABV
- 14.5%
Details last verified September 25, 2026
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Winemaking details ›
- Winemaker:
- Not stated on the current producer product page.
- Vineyard source:
- Monterey fruit; specific vineyards are not stated on the current producer product page.
- Vessel:
- Not stated on the current producer product page.
About the winery · La Crema ›
La Crema was established in 1979 and focuses on cool-climate wines from California and Oregon. The winery is part of Jackson Family Wines and is described by La Crema as family-owned, with a long emphasis on Chardonnay and Pinot Noir from coastal-influenced vineyards. Its style centers on preserving cool-climate aromas and flavors through gentle, small-batch, hands-on methods. The Monterey Pinot Noir fits that house focus with bright fruit, balanced acidity and an accessible, food-friendly profile.
Critic reviews
94/100Wine Enthusiast
“snappy, bright and yet rich with raspberry, rose petal, white pepper and sagebrush flavors”
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Frequently asked questions
- Is La Crema Monterey Pinot Noir dry or sweet?
- La Crema Monterey Pinot Noir is bone dry — its sweetness rating is 1 on our 1 (bone dry) to 5 (sweet) scale. It is medium-bodied.
- What does La Crema Monterey Pinot Noir taste like?
- Silky Monterey Pinot with cherry, raspberry, black plum, earthy mineral notes and a light touch of toasted spice.
- What food pairs with La Crema Monterey Pinot Noir?
- It pairs well with Italian sausage with peppers, mushroom risotto, dishes with Gruyere, grilled chicken and grilled fish.
- How should I serve La Crema Monterey Pinot Noir?
- Serve at 55-60°F. Not required; 15-20 minutes in a decanter or glass can open the aromatics. Glass: Burgundy or other large-bowl Pinot Noir glass.
- Is La Crema Monterey Pinot Noir a good value?
- At $11.99 it carries a verified 94-point score from Wine Enthusiast; the review is shown on this page.
- What is the bottle size and alcohol content of La Crema Monterey Pinot Noir?
- 750 ml bottle, 14.5% alcohol by volume.