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| Drinking window: Drink between 2013 and 2014 (based on 62 user opinions) |
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| Community Tasting Notes (average 87.4 pts. and median of 88 pts. in 40 notes) - hiding notes with no text | | | Tasted by trevorah on 4/24/2015 & rated 88 points: Quite enjoyable still. Leather and some fruity aromas. Definite strawberry flavours. Medium short finish. Just a nice light, fruity wine. (3454 views) | | | Tasted by theoves on 11/16/2013 & rated 88 points: Nice, light, easy drinking pinot. Great for dishes that are light but call for a little more than a white wine. Pleasant and good value. (4651 views) | | | Tasted by RandomCoil on 8/15/2013 & rated 89 points: Very nice for the price. Not particularly smoky or fruity, but a nice earthy balance. (4929 views) | | | Tasted by ey1294 on 3/15/2013 & rated 85 points: - Crimsom color with fast forming legs and aromas of cherry, black pepper and rose. It's balanced and has flavours of strawberry and cherry with a medium body. Smooth texture with a short finish. (4296 views) | | | Tasted by David Bohnsack on 3/12/2013 & rated 86 points: Reminded us of an Italian table red. Good value. (5635 views) | | | Tasted by remaxkay on 1/21/2013 & rated 86 points: Simple, pleasant, easy to drink. Would great for parties. (1443 views) | | | Tasted by Billigan on 8/9/2012 & rated 86 points: I think the comparison to a good village Beaujolais is apt in terms of the ability to be a light, food friendly wine that nonetheless packs sufficient earthiness, smokiness, and juicy-fruited flavor to be compelling. (5412 views) | | | Tasted by James.michael.watrous on 6/30/2012 & rated 88 points: Great, light and refreshing Oregon Pinot. Nice value for the price. (1771 views) | | | Tasted by Tuppertn on 6/22/2012 & rated 84 points: Light-garnet in color, nose of berries and green pepper with a hint of smoke. Medium/light bodied, straightforward and simple on the palate with very light tannin. Reminiscent of a Brouilly or Beaujolais Villages. Drink now. (5404 views) | | | Tasted by sipnwine on 5/27/2012 & rated 88 points: So far I haven't found many Pinot Noirs I enjoy, but the wife and I did like this one. Very drinkable. It's not overly complex or deep, but it was a nice enjoyable bottle.
Entered the above before finishing the bottle, by the end both my wife and I agreed we wouldn't purchase this again. It's drinkable, but not worth it (4277 views) | | | Tasted by Nanums on 5/27/2012 & rated 80 points: The label describes this wine appropriately saying it is an introductory Pinot noir. Price and Taste reflect that. Very simple taste. Not much finish. Very basic. (1149 views) | | | Tasted by Mig22 on 2/28/2012 & rated 90 points: Beautiful light aromas of strawberry ,a bit of vine, and smoke. Palate is delicate strawberry, a little greenness, and that hint smoke and earth, just a little, that give it some depth. Very well made and was flawless with simple dry rub pork chops. (4268 views) | | | Tasted by friezu on 10/17/2011 & rated 88 points: This is an example of the lighter side of what Oregon has to offer. Don't choose this wine if you are in the mood for a heavier, more syrah-like Oregon wine. Cigarette smoke on the nose with plenty of raspberry and strawberry to back it up. Perfectly in balance (in my opinion), but lacks the depth of flavor to make it an outstanding wine; however, I was expecting much less. Drink soon. (4249 views) | | | Only displaying the 25 most recent notes - click to see all notes for this wine... |
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King Estate winery in Oregon in this 2003 photograph.King Estate Pinot Noir Acrobat For all Acrobat designated winesPinot 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.Oregon Oregon Wine, Oregon Wineries (Oregon Wine Board)Oregon* |
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