A By Acacia Pinot Noir
A By Acacia Pinot Noir is a California 100% Pinot Noir from the house that helped put Carneros on the map — Acacia Vineyard, making world-class Chardonnay and Pinot Noir in Napa Valley's Carneros district since 1979. The "A by Acacia" line takes the winery's Pinot Noir program beyond Carneros, blending grapes from select cool-climate vineyards across California's Central and North Coast appellations into one elegant, fruit-forward bottle. It's available to order online at Del Mesa Liquor, San Diego, CA.
- Varietal: 100% Pinot Noir
- Size: 750mL, cork closure
- Appellation: California (statewide blend of cool-climate vineyards)
- Producer: Acacia Vineyard, Carneros, Napa Valley — estate program since 1979
- Style: elegant, fruit-forward, supple fine-grained tannins
- Vintage: not stated on the listing — read the bottle (2018-2020 all in market circulation)
Carneros Pedigree, California Sourcing
Acacia's reputation was built on Carneros Chardonnay and Pinot Noir, but the "A by Acacia" project plays a wider game: it captures Pinot Noir's subtleties by blending grapes from California's finest growing regions rather than a single estate. The producer's own copy promises strong black cherry flavors with an unexpected hint of violet and spice — the cool-climate fruit (Central Coast and Lodi Delta sites, per the 2015 producer detail) keeping the wine's edges bright. Browse more Pinot Noir and the full red wine collection, or see everything from Acacia Vineyards.
Tasting Notes
The winery's winemaker notes describe an elegant pour that "reveals itself in elegant turns — from vibrant red cherry, raspberry and juicy dark plum, to hints of sun-warmed red rose petal and fragrant oak spices." Supple, fine-grained tannins frame what the producer calls "cashmere-textured" fruit-forward flavors — a smooth, approachable Pinot built for the table rather than the cellar.
How to Enjoy
Serve at cellar temperature (about 60-65°F) in a wide-bowled glass to let the cherry and rose-petal notes open. This is a dinner-flexible Pinot — roasted chicken, salmon, mushroom pasta, or a charcuterie board all work. Decanting for 30 minutes softens it further if the vintage runs toward the fuller side.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is A by Acacia Pinot Noir?
A California 100% Pinot Noir from Acacia Vineyard (Napa Valley/Carneros, established 1979), blended from cool-climate vineyards across California's Central and North Coast appellations.
What does it taste like?
Vibrant red cherry, raspberry, and juicy dark plum with red rose petal, violet, and fragrant oak spice; supple fine-grained tannins and a "cashmere-textured" finish, per the winemaker.
What vintage is the bottle?
The listing carries no vintage; 2018-2020 bottlings are all currently in retail circulation. Check the bottle label — ABV also varies by vintage.
Where is Acacia Vineyard?
Carneros in Napa Valley, California — the winery has made Chardonnay and Pinot Noir there since 1979.
San Diego wine lovers can order A By Acacia Pinot Noir online at Del Mesa Liquor — Carneros pedigree at an everyday California price.