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| Community Tasting Notes (average 86.8 pts. and median of 87 pts. in 16 notes) - hiding notes with no text | | | Tasted by Vervelb on 11/25/2011: Harsh, not fruity, perhaps past it's prime (3215 views) | | | Tasted by raypedia on 11/5/2011 & rated 86 points: Light ruby color, subdued aromas of cherry, spice and vanilla. As it opens up the cherry turns towards black cherry. Medium bodied with some good acidity. Definitely "fruit forward" but not in an overpowering way with soft tannins and a moderate length finish. (2752 views) | | | Tasted by Crowbird88 on 10/22/2011: Excellent (3204 views) | | | Tasted by jbwinelvr on 5/9/2011: A bit darker garnet for a Pinot. Bouquet and flavor profile of dark cherry and cranberry. Good medium body mouthfeel and was slightly more acidic than what expected. Not a bad bottle for the price. (3454 views) | | | Tasted by Jonkrut on 3/1/2011 & rated 86 points: Not bad, but didn't really stand out from the budget Pinot they offer. Slightly high acidity but once you crest the hump, you get a nice window of the grape that closes with an earthy dry cherry. I've had better years from Blackstone Pinot reserve. (3552 views) | | | Tasted by chefpete on 11/9/2010 & rated 88 points: Very nice, good flavors and nose, a little hot. (1600 views) | | | Tasted by Xfactor on 6/6/2010: Fresh strawberry and dried red cherry nose, strawberry palate, hint of vanilla on the finish. (1589 views) | | | Tasted by rocketman234 on 3/6/2010 & rated 87 points: Good start to an evening of wine drinking. Nothing incredible, but very drinkable. (2093 views) | | | Tasted by Lessthanzero on 12/30/2009 & rated 87 points: Dark garnet color ofr a pinot. Bold nose of dark fruit, but medium body on the palate. T=hHe wine didn't offend, but was neither fowl nor fish. Slightly elevated acidity and alcohol levels and general boldness, did not allow pinot characterisitcs to take front seat, and this became mostly what you would expect. Bleh. (1832 views) |
| Blackstone Winery 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 Sonoma CountyMendocino CountySonoma CountySonoma Coast |
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