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| Community Tasting Notes (average 89.6 pts. and median of 90 pts. in 43 notes) - hiding notes with no text | | | Tasted by bdhanna on 10/5/2020 & rated 91 points: Tasting extremely good right now !! The cork was perfect after a decade in the bottle. This balanced Pinot Noir was consumed over two days. Deep ruby color with no oxidation, clarity medium. Aromas of red raspberry and pomegranate, flavors of red fruit compote, rhubarb with a hint of forest floorl and a medium finish. Popped and poured, but this wine really benefited from gentle oxygen since it was much more soft and integrated on day two. A fairly balanced Pinot Noir from Anderson Valley appellation. This Pinot Noir may be an age worthy wine and may have more years of life left. I sure miss Larry and Shirley. (611 views) | | | Tasted by Veritas7 on 6/15/2020: Recommended by David Dingley. Since then the vineyard went out of business. Still holding up after 12 years. Joe Webb was the winemaker and went to Foresight. (623 views) | | | Tasted by rickspicks on 10/7/2015 & rated 91 points: Another nice bottle. Rich and ripe dark and red fruits along with spice . Medium body, slightly creamy texture, good structure and great balance. Silky smooth and easy to drink. (2360 views) | | | Tasted by khunchris on 9/30/2015 & rated 89 points: Maybe a little rustic - could be I opened and forgot about in for several days. Was properly sealed up, so lasted well. Fairly dense, fruit and acidity seem pretty balanced. Could rate it higher, I suppose. My fault for not paying closer attention... (2211 views) | | | Tasted by rickspicks on 5/27/2014 & rated 92 points: This has become one of my favorite Cali pinot noirs. Red and dark fruits with plenty of richness but not at all overripe. Earth and spice notes add complexity. Medium to full body with great balance and a silky texture. Big and plush, but also somehow seems lean on the palate. Plenty of structure, good grip and a nice, fruity finish. This is simply a terrific wine that continues to improve. (3185 views) | | | Tasted by rickspicks on 9/24/2013 & rated 91 points: This was a really terrific bottle! BIG, complex nose of red fruits - pomegranate, cranberry, strawberry and cherry, and earth. Super-silky mouthfeel with a medium body and impeccable balance. Nice grip and a medium, fruity finish. Best bottle yet out of about two and one-half cases. (3207 views) | | | Tasted by PVTerroir on 8/8/2013 & rated 91 points: I grabbed a number of these during the winery's unfortunate dwindling days. I took these notes in early August '13, when i had my last bottle... "Red and black fruit, earthy, and spice-laden. Opened significantly with air. Unctuous, but lean. Beautiful and big, a substantial Pinot." (2767 views) | | | Tasted by MattMauldin on 5/20/2013 & rated 90 points: Russian River & Anderson Valleys, April 27; 5/16/2013-5/21/2013: Aromas of mushroom, earth, tea leaf and fig. Big ripe earthy palate with spice-driven red cherry and notes of cedar. Round tannins and integrated acid. Lingering spice on the finish. (2141 views) | | | Tasted by rickspicks on 3/27/2013 & rated 90 points: I am working on my third case of this wine. This is the first bottle of my newest case and it is another great bottle. Did not take notes, but this was another bottle of dark fruit and spice with a hint of earth. Great balance and a smooth, just slightly lush texture. Good grip and a medium +, fruity finish. 90-91 (2356 views) | | | Tasted by DanR on 3/8/2013: AVTG does '09 Anderson Valley pinot, blind (Foursight Winery): Deep, dark fruit, oak aromas. Dark fruit, violet, savory/leather, sweet oak midpalate. Big tannin, acid finish. A bruiser. Needs time. (1570 views) | | | Tasted by dwplumm on 3/3/2013 & rated 87 points: Classic pinot color. Musty and earthy on the nose. The fruit/acid balance leans too much toward acidic for me. Might be better with food. (752 views) | | | Tasted by Sakswine on 2/2/2013 & rated 89 points: Ruby color. Leathery, earthy, sour cherry nose. Nice mouth-feel. Sour cherry rounded out with rich savory loamy flavors. Still tannic and young, but nice now, and I expect good things in the future. (850 views) | | | Tasted by sbern on 11/30/2012 & rated 90 points: This was a really enjoyable bottle of pinot, drinking teriffically at this time. It went well with steelhead trout and assorted salads. (1787 views) | | | Tasted by rickspicks on 11/15/2012 & rated 90 points: Another enjoyable bottle of dark, lean fruits, good acidity and a nice backbone. A bit of spice and a hint of underbrush in the background. Nicely balanced, smooth and easy to drink, but with enough grip and texture to give it some character. Remains one of my favorite entry level pinots. (1886 views) | | | Tasted by soyhead on 11/5/2012 & rated 91 points: nose -oaky
mouth - very clean, floral, elegant (770 views) | | | Tasted by rickspicks on 9/25/2012 & rated 90 points: Londer pinots seem to hit my sweet spot and this wine is no exception. Dark cherry and spice dominate the nose, along with some heat. Deep, intense, ripe, dark-fruited flavors with a full body, smooth texture and just enough structure to balance all the fruit. Seems a bit riper and richer than most vintages of Londer, but still very enjoyable due to the darker berry profile that comes thru loud and clear. Terrific value. (2151 views) | | | Tasted by air guitar & pinot noir on 9/16/2012 & rated 89 points: Solid effort from Londer with deep plum and other dark fruit on the nose and palate.Soft tannins and smooth mouthfeel add to the pleasurable drinking experience. Not overly complex, but mouth-filling and offers a rich and sweet fruit profile. Nothing wrong here at all and a good overall QPR. (1788 views) | | | Tasted by rjonwine@gmail.com on 6/11/2012 & rated 89 points: Taste of Mendocino (Terra Gallery, San Francisco, California): Medium cherry red color; tart red fruit nose; tart red fruit, hibiscus palate; needs 2 years; medium-plus finish (1954 views) | | | Tasted by rickspicks on 4/26/2012 & rated 91 points: Very good, well-crafted wine that delivers a broad swath of precise, layered flavors. Red and dark berries, spice and some sweetness. Medium bodied with a texture that is neither too lean nor too fat and with terrific balance. I always enjoy Londer pinots and this was even better than I had hoped for. Drinks far better than its price. (1504 views) | | | Tasted by psusfca on 4/10/2012 & rated 91 points: Another tasty effort from these guys. Not huge complexity but a very pleasant mouthfeel. Definitely a nice appealing berry flavor without being overly bright. Some tannins but subltle and will soften more. I have been a fan of this wine for many years. Always a nice bargain. Best price I had seen was $25, until my local wine store busted out an awesome deal of $17 a bottle if you buy a case. 1 bottle consumed, 11 left to consume. One of the best bargains I have seen for a wine of this quality and there is no wine at that kind of price point that can compete. Way to go Londer and way to go Wine Mine (1633 views) | | | Tasted by rickspicks on 3/14/2012 & rated 89 points: Bright, light, red berry aromas and flavors. A bit tart with some cranberry, and also with some brambly/earthy components. Somewhat lightweight and without a lot of depth, complexity or texture, but somehow also very enjoyable. (1551 views) | | | Tasted by norsktorsk on 11/15/2011 & rated 92 points: Great wine for the price point. (2093 views) | | | Tasted by K&RCheev on 9/27/2011 & rated 85 points: Soft fruit, round mouth feel. Little heat of youth. (2158 views) | | | Tasted by SonomaWilliam on 6/20/2011 & rated 93 points: Medium, clear red. Awesome nose of cranberry, strawberry, cola, hint of spice. Bright red fruit in mouth; slightly tart cranberry, really great acidity. Drinks very fresh, should age some due to acidity, but tannin presence is minimal. 14.3% alc; great value for $30. love this pinot. Way to go Rick Davis (winemaker.) (2772 views) | | | Tasted by rjonwine@gmail.com on 6/18/2011 & rated 90 points: 2011 Pinot Days: 183 Wines from 65 Producers (Fort Mason Festival Pavillon, San Francisco, California): Tart cherry nose; spicy, tart cherry, black raspberry palate; medium-plus finish 90+ points (4111 views) | | | Only displaying the 25 most recent notes - click to see all notes for this wine... |
| By Richard Jennings
RJonWine.com (6/11/2012)
(Londer Pinot Noir Anderson Valley) Medium cherry red color; tart red fruit nose; tart red fruit, hibiscus palate; needs 2 years; medium-plus finish 89 points | By Richard Jennings
RJonWine.com (6/18/2011)
(Londer Pinot Noir Anderson Valley) Tart cherry nose; spicy, tart cherry, black raspberry palate; medium-plus finish 90+ points 90 points |
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| Londer 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.USAAmerican wine has been produced since the 1500s, with the first widespread production beginning in New Mexico in 1628. Today, wine production is undertaken in all fifty states, with California producing 84% of all U.S. wine. The continent of North America is home to several native species of grape, including Vitis labrusca, Vitis riparia, Vitis rotundifolia, and Vitis vulpina, but the wine-making industry is based almost entirely on the cultivation of the European Vitis vinifera, which was introduced by European settlers. With more than 1,100,000 acres (4,500 km2) under vine, the United States is the fourth-largest wine producing country in the world, after Italy, Spain, and France.California2021 vintage: "Unlike almost all other areas of the state, the Russian River Valley had higher than normal crops in 2021, which has made for a wine of greater generosity and fruit forwardness than some of its stablemates." - Morgan Twain-Peterson North CoastThe North Coast American Viticultural Area (AVA) in California, covering more than three million acres, includes Napa, Sonoma, Mendocino and Lake counties, and portions of Marin and Solano counties. (see The Wine Institute for more information)Anderson Valleyhttp://www.avwines.com/anderson-valley-appellation-map/
Anderson Valley stretches from Yorkville Highlands (located in a highland meadow straddling the upper Rancheria Creek and upper Dry Creek watersheds) through Boonville (located on Anderson Creek) and Philo (located on Indian Creek) to Navarro (located on Soda Creek). Rancheria, Anderson, Indian and Soda creeks are tributaries to the Navarro River, which flows north and west through the coastal range to the Pacific Ocean; Dry Creek flows south into the Russian River watershed in Sonoma County. The main stem of the Navarro River begins less than a mile south of Philo at the confluence of Anderson Creek and Rancheria Creek. The mouth of the Navarro is 10 miles (16 km) south of Mendocino, California. Encompassing 315 square miles (816 km²), the Navarro River watershed is the largest coastal basin in Mendocino County.
Such unique geography results in a wide diurnal range, with daily high and low temperatures occasionally diverging 40 or 50 degrees. This enables Pinot Noir growers to keep acid development in line with sugar and flavor formation through long, warm Indian summers. It also makes for superb Gewurztraminer and Riesling, giving rise to the valley’s annual Alsatian Varietals and Pinot Noir festivals.
The climate in the Anderson Valley appellation is tempered by cool marine air. Steep hills and mountains surround rolling to nearly level alluvial terraces. The dominant natural vegetation is a mixed forest of Coast Redwood, various native oak varieties, and Douglas-fir. Elevation ranges from sea level to 2,500 feet (760 m). The average annual precipitation ranges from 35 to 80 inches (900 to 2000 mm). The average annual temperature is about 53 °F (12 °C), and the average frost-free season ranges from 220 to 365 days. Towards the coast the summers are cool and moist with frequent fog, while the interior Anderson Valley proper features a warm to hot summer climate similar to nearby interior regions, with daytime highs occasionally in excess of 100 °F (38 °C).
Visitors to the Valley should come prepared for cool evenings and warm days. Locals dress in layers year round. |
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