MH Vallée
MH Vallée sits in the Santa Cruz Mountains, where cool Pacific air and elevation shape the character of wines from this corner of the Central Coast. The winery focuses on Pinot Noir, the region's signature varietal—a grape that thrives in the mountain's moderate climate and well-drained soils. Pinot Noir from Santa Cruz Mountains typically expresses bright red fruit, silky tannins, and the mineral spine that comes from higher elevation. MH Vallée's Pinot Noir reflects these regional traits, earning recognition from Wine Enthusiast. The Santa Cruz Mountains appellation, perched between the Bay and the Pacific, creates a distinct terroir: cool nights preserve acidity and aromatics, while sunny days build ripe fruit. This balance—between ripeness and freshness—defines the mountain's best expressions.
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Wine Enthusiast