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| Community Tasting Notes (average 91.1 pts. and median of 91 pts. in 75 notes) - hiding notes with no text | | | Tasted by Delund on 12/24/2022 & rated 91 points: 1 hour decant, served around 63 F. Light garnet color, no bricking. Pleasant nose of strawberry, sea air and spice. Light bodied, integrated acidity, lush tannins, lengthy finish. Very balanced. Rich tart cherry, vanilla and anise, with earthy undertones. Disappeared way too quickly to see how it might evolve. (185 views) | | | Tasted by winespine on 6/22/2022 & rated 94 points: Yum. This was just outstanding and well worth the wait. It was the last bottle of our purchase during a private tasting at their Sonoma tasting room in 2013. I opened it 2 hours in advance and did a slow ox, but no decant. It continued to evolve in the glass and there was no bricking. That tells me it could go a few more years with no problem, but it's drinking beautifully right now. Rodgers Creek Vineyard is located on the west side of Sonoma Mtn on the east side of the Petaluma Gap. Served with Quatro Stagione pizza - not really a planned pairing, but it worked! (293 views) | | | Tasted by klezman on 6/22/2021: Rocking earthy, cherry-laden Pinot. Deliciousness. (1591 views) | | | Tasted by bacchus on 2/18/2021 & rated 92 points: shared with pat at selkirk manor. i continue to prune the cellar of bottles with expired drink by dates. thought it was time to drink a sojourn as i remain on their list and am tempted to purchase recent vintages. this bottle proved to be in excellent condition. vibrant color. no fading or browning. generous nose. lots of chocolate covered cherry enveloped in fully structured body. nevertheless, the wine seems perfectly mature. will attend to remaining body. will attend to remaining bottle early next winter. (409 views) | | | Tasted by PinotPaul on 1/10/2020 & rated 90 points: Very nice. (856 views) | | | Tasted by njgolfer on 5/11/2019 & rated 90 points: Still in a nice drinking window. Some tart cherry and hints of mushroom, earthy notes. Not a fruit bomb by any stretch, however it does have some persistence the finish. I don't see these getting any better but should be good for another year. (942 views) | | | Tasted by StainedGlass on 5/2/2019 & rated 89 points: Rich dark cherry with a mid-weight body. Spicy, dark red confected and dried cherry. Starting to show its age and developing a touch of flabbiness It’s still good for those who like a richer, more full bodied bit not over-extracted Cali Pinot Noir, but I’d drink now or sooner rather than later. 14.2% abv. (836 views) | | | Tasted by Colorado Native 3G on 12/30/2018 & rated 91 points: Showed well after 2 hours breathing in the bottle/glass. Became fully integrated, smooth and velvety. Still has another solid year of life. (726 views) | | | Tasted by klezman on 8/28/2018: This was delicious - lots of earth, spice, mushroom, and red fruit. On the earthy side of Pinot, which is good for us! (1900 views) | | | Tasted by Oskiwawa on 2/10/2018 & rated 84 points: popped and poured. Drank over 2 hours. This has lost the minimal backbone it had and as a result it is a one dimensional wine with no character at all. Will not improve with age. I will be using the remaining bottle of this for cooking. (1235 views) | | | Tasted by StainedGlass on 12/11/2017 & rated 91 points: Quite focused with energetic spicy sweet red cherry fruit. Very good now and likely in its peak drinking window but has several good years ahead of it. (992 views) | | | Tasted by Mattshank on 12/31/2016 & rated 92 points: Nose: Complex aromas of forest floor, underbrush, sage and hints of fresh mint and vanilla. Palate: Nice weightiness on palate with ripe strawberries, cherries, and a medium long finish which shows off some Jolly Rancher cherry candy long after wine has left. Very balanced Cali Pinot. My one and only bottle of this and a good time to open (although could go another year or so without an issue). (1377 views) | | | Tasted by Oskiwawa on 2/21/2016 flawed bottle: Badly corked. Bummer (1651 views) | | | Tasted by tcufletch on 1/22/2016 & rated 91 points: Tart and tangy with a quite refined structure; fresh and nicely acidic; a bit different than a lot of other Sojourns that may be a bit more rich, but it still possesses the always evident Sojourn undertones of dark cherry cola. (1906 views) | | | Tasted by cobalt2 on 10/5/2015 & rated 92 points: Bright and fresh. A clear tart cherry presence. Nice acidic finish. Drink now (1456 views) | | | Tasted by NCWino1 on 7/12/2015 & rated 93 points: Agree with Phredd's note but has gained depth and complexity since tasting in 2013. Paid $44 from winery.......in line with value brought by this wine. I have three more left which will be consumed within the next year. This is in its perfect drinking window as I don't see this getting any better than it is right now. Drink up! (1971 views) | | | Tasted by Ex-Ray on 6/23/2015 & rated 92 points: Bright ruby, mostly opaque. Very pronounced sweet red fruit aroma...respberry, strawberry, cherry, with just a touch of oak and a slight acetic component. Full of bright red fruit flavors, no noticeable tannin, nicely balanced acidity. Medium body. Nice long, sweet aftertaste.This is perfectly ready, wouldn't age it any more for fear of losing some of its bright fruit. Time to enjoy!
Ric (1704 views) | | | Tasted by Ex-Ray on 5/19/2015 & rated 93 points: Medium brick-red, just a hint of brown at the edges, surprising for such a young wine. Medium-dark for a pinot noir. Typical varietal aromas of red fruits with sweet spices and subtle oak, showing some complexity. Medium body, no significant tannin, slightly more concentrated and complex flavors than their Russian River Valley, Fairly long, slightly hot aftertaste. A very nice wine, perfectly drinkable, doubt it will improve with age. Overpriced, though, at $48 from the winery.
Ric (1486 views) | | | Tasted by mgstull on 4/16/2015 & rated 92 points: Mid red. Cherry cola with a slight bit of tartness, herbs, earth, and mushrooms. Plush and smooth. (1257 views) | | | Tasted by Geoff on 4/5/2015 & rated 94 points: Beautiful wine wine. Complex nose of violets and other flowers. Medium to almost full bodied, but not offensive.Smooth texture, sweet resolving tannins. Great food wine. (1226 views) | | | Tasted by UofM on 3/10/2015 & rated 90 points: drank over 3 days. Day one, a bit closed and lacking fruit. Day 2 was better and really showing the bright fruits. Day 3 it was singing. Overall a 90. (1142 views) | | | Tasted by svpandae on 2/23/2015 & rated 91 points: Bit of funk, smooth and somewhat rich. Tasty! (1263 views) | | | Tasted by mgstull on 2/17/2015 & rated 91 points: 1 hr decant. Medium garnet to clear rim. Cherries, cranberries, raspberries with underlying earth and a hint of cinnamon. (1139 views) | | | Tasted by Geoff on 2/16/2015 & rated 92 points: Bright cherry, well balanced, medium bodied, tannins resolving. Delightful bottle. (1098 views) | | | Tasted by wendyinwlv on 10/19/2014 & rated 92 points: Very nice, well balanced pinot. Not too much acidity and great minerality (1491 views) | | | Only displaying the 25 most recent notes - click to see all notes for this wine... |
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Pinot 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.Rodgers Creek VineyardRodgers Creek is nestled in the hills above Petaluma in the Sonoma Coast appellation. Our block is a gently sloping hillside at 800 feet elevation planted to a Cote Rotie clone specifically selected for this site. We love stem inclusion here, as we feel it accentuates the uniqueness of this vineyard and the Syrah varietal character.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 Sonoma CountyMendocino CountySonoma Coast * Sonoma Coast AVA (Wikipedia)
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