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| Community Tasting Notes (average 91.9 pts. and median of 92 pts. in 15 notes) - hiding notes with no text | | | Tasted by gsiokis on 12/24/2017 & rated 93 points: Still a fantastic wine.... (762 views) | | | Tasted by brianofthevine on 1/6/2017 & rated 93 points: Wow, nice wine here. Big raspberry and strawberry fruit with orange peel, earth, and cinnamon spice. Beautiful long finish. (989 views) | | | Tasted by yeti575rider on 5/17/2016 flawed bottle: Wife and a friend opened this up and then I tried a bit later. Something was definitely a bit off in this bottle as it didn't come across like anybody else's notes. Acidity was out of whack and fruit very in the background. Didn't seem corked - maybe heat damage. Disappointing since others seemed to really enjoy. If scoring probably an 85 but as I think it's more likely flawed, no official score. (1165 views) | | | Tasted by JS199 on 5/8/2016 & rated 92 points: This vastly exceeded my expectations. Nice balanced pinot with the classic RRV profile. Well made and delicious. (1055 views) | | | Tasted by WinoTim on 4/5/2015 & rated 91 points: Nice fruit with long lasting finish. Still holding up well. (1347 views) | | | Tasted by brianofthevine on 7/5/2013 & rated 93 points: Rich red cherry and plum fruit. Firm with spice. Nice long finish. (844 views) | | | Tasted by vancouvermatt on 4/3/2013 & rated 90 points: A bit oaky, but with great black fruit flavours and orange rind & cola on the finish. I recommend decanting. (1818 views) | | | Tasted by jtinto on 1/21/2013 & rated 92 points: Dark deep sweet raspberry with blackberry. A little cedar spice on the moderately long finish. Silky smooth. If you like young bright fruit this is ready to go. (1677 views) | | | Tasted by kmichels on 1/9/2013 & rated 91 points: I'm not a Pinot fan really, but since this came from my wine club, I figured it would be rude to not try it. Turns out that, for a Pinot Noir, this is not a bad wine at all. There is a fair bit of character to it, with the oak's tannins helping out tremendously, and in terms of complexity, it is right up there. Lots of fruit and berries, and a remarkably sweet nose and initial taste, followed by a nice long floral finish.
Not quite as bold as a Syrah or a Cabernet, but a superb table wine it most certainly is. (1746 views) | | | Tasted by wineismylife on 10/27/2012 & rated 90 points: DAWGS October 2012 - Pinot Noir from Anywhere (TexasZin's home in Garland, TX): WIML90
Tasted non blind. Opened and served immediately.
Dark garnet color in the glass, clear looking throughout. Nose of orange peel, grapefruit, pepper and berries. Flavors of berries, cherries and a hint of orange zest. Medium acidity, medium tannins, medium to full bodied. Drink with air or hold. (2414 views) |
| Chasseur 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.Umino Vineyard On weinlagen-infoUSAAmerican 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 Sonoma CountyMendocino CountyRussian River Valley Russian River Valley Winegrowers Association | Wikipedia |
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