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| Drinking window: Drink between 2018 and 2028 (based on 4 user opinions) |
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| Community Tasting Notes (average 88.8 pts. and median of 90 pts. in 9 notes) - hiding notes with no text | | | Tasted by G.M. on 12/5/2023 & rated 93 points: Murky, bricky red. Takes a bit of coaxing (in fact regretting not giving this a few hours in the decanter) to show off it’s delicate-yet-rustic Pinot perfume. Stemmy, herbal and fine-boned. Paired beautifully with Radiohead ‘In Rainbows’.
Ageing slowly and gracefully under Stelvin. Drink or leave to your future self or others. (93 Excellent wine) (204 views) | | | Tasted by fredb on 8/26/2023: Ruby/Garnet red with moderate transparency. Aromas of strawberry, cherry, flowers, and a hint of smoke. Palate is centered around strawberry, rhubarb and floral elements that carry into a medium-long finish. There is fine sediment that makes the final pour on the cloudy side. Fully mature and resolved to my tastes. Drink. (191 views) | | | Tasted by Madera16 on 2/16/2020: See note on the Earth Smoke. This one was even more delicate on the palate and maybe more floral/ethereal on the nose as well. (1209 views) | | | Tasted by VinCapitan on 5/17/2017 & rated 95 points: strawberries and cherry, sour fruits, light bright, cloudy pink, beauty, whack of stems, balance, striking. hugs 95. (2057 views) | | | Tasted by LindsayM on 4/20/2017 & rated 81 points: Colour pale with browning on the edges cloudy appearance 11/15
Nose a bit muted stewed plums / cherries mushrooms ,lacks purity 25/30
Palate more of the same on the palate good intensity and finish just seems out of balance 28/44
Overall meh 8/11 (1999 views) | | | Tasted by CamWheeler on 3/15/2017 & rated 84 points: SLDS March 2017 (Rocket): Blind. Orange rind, musk, funk and stalk. The colour is cloudy and the palate tastes along those lines, with a muddled nature - the leanness of the fruit doesn't give this much carry at all. Sad when revealed. (2300 views) | | | Tasted by LindsayM on 4/3/2016: A thinking mans Pinot
No one flavour-aroma dominates but there are plenty of contenders, fruits spice florals and forest floor characteristics
The more it breathed the more it opened up, layer after layer . I enjoyed it now and will probably not cellar it , rather enjoy its youth and why not ,it is drinking beautifully now, great balance and intensity (2207 views) | | | Tasted by CamWheeler on 3/22/2016 & rated 87 points: Leveling the Lands - Blind: Cherry, strawberry, orange, chocolate and cola. Palate is quite mild, there is a line of acid that does its best to lift this up, but it just wasn't very interesting or appealing tonight. (1534 views) |
| Pyramid Valley Producer websitePinot Noir Varietal character (Appellation America) | Varietal article (Wikipedia)
Pinot Noir is the Noble red grape of Burgundy, capable of ripening in a cooler climate, which Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot will not reliably do. It is unpredictable and difficult both to grow and to vinify, but results in some of the finest reds in the world. It is believed to have been selected from wild vines two thousand years ago. It is also used in the production of champagne. In fact, more Pinot Noir goes into Champagne than is used in all of the Cote d'Or! It is also grown in Alsace, Jura, Germany, the U.S., Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Romania, Switzerland, Austria, Croatia, Serbia, Italy, and so forth, with varying degrees of success.
Pinot Noir is one of the world's most prestigious grapes. It is very difficult to grow and thrives well in France, especially in Champagne and Burgundy. Pinot Noir thrives less in hot areas, is picky on soil, and deserves some oak storage.
Pinot Noir, or Blauburgunder / Spätburgunder in German, is a blue grapevine - and, as the German name suggests, the grape comes originally from Burgundy in France.
The grape, which thrives in calcareous soils, is used primarily for the production of red wine, and it is widely regarded as producing some of the best wines in the world. The wine style is often medium-bodied with high fruit acidity and soft tannins. It can be quite peculiar in fragrance and taste, and not least in structure - which may be why it is referred to as "The Grapes Ballerina".
Pinot Noir is also an important ingredient in sparkling wines, not least in champagne since it is fruity, has good acidity and contains relatively little tannins.
The grape is considered quite demanding to grow. The class itself consists of tightly packed grapes, which makes it more sensitive to rot and other diseases.
Pinot Noir changes quite easily and is genetically unstable. It buds and matures early which results in it often being well ripened. Climate is important for this type of grape. It likes best in cool climates - in warm climates the wines can be relaxed and slightly pickled.
In cooler climates, the wine can get a hint of cabbage and wet leaves, while in slightly warmer regions we often find notes of red berries (cherries, strawberries, raspberries, currants), roses and slightly green notes when the wine is young. With age, more complex aromas of forest floor, fungi and meat emerge.
In Germany, Switzerland, Austria and Hungary, it often produces light wines with less character. However, it has produced very good results in California, Oregon and New Zealand.
With its soft tannins and delicate aroma, it is excellent for white fish, chicken and light meat. For the stored wines you can serve small game. Classic duck breast is a matter of course, a Boeuf Burgundy and Pinot Noir are pure happiness.
Pinot Noir loses quality by over-harvesting.
Pinot Noir is prone to diseases, especially rot and mildew. Viruses cause major problems especially in Burgundy.
Pinot Noir are large round grapes with thin skins. Relatively high in alcohol content. Medium rich tannins and good with acid.
As a young person, Pinot Noir has a distinctly fruity character such as raspberries, cherries and strawberries.
A mature Pinot Noir, the taste is different. Cherry goes into plum and prune flavors. It smells of rotten leaves, coffee, moist forest floor and animal wine. This must be experienced.
In warm climates you find boiled plum, some rustic, little acid.
If the grapes are over-grown, the wine will be thin, with little color and flavor.New Zealand New Zealand Wine (New Zealand Winegrowers)South Island Noeth Island (wine-pages.com)Canterbury The Wines of Canterbury (Canterbury Winegrowers Association)Waipara Waipara Valley Winegrowers (Official site) |
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