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| Community Tasting Notes (average 87 pts. and median of 88 pts. in 69 notes) - hiding notes with no text | | | Tasted by Rcapria on 12/8/2014 & rated 80 points: flat acidic spoiled almost.....over done ? (3926 views) | | | Tasted by quickben on 12/25/2013 & rated 87 points: enjoyable if not stunning Carneros pinot (5003 views) | | | Tasted by Doughkg on 11/21/2013: Excellent Pinot. (5101 views) | | | Tasted by merryberry on 10/22/2013 & rated 86 points: See through garnet. Dirty strawberry and spice nose. Medium bodied, piercing tart cherries, grainy tannins, a bit of heat, and a slightly astringent medium finish. Somewhat Burgundian and more austere than last time. (5191 views) | | | Tasted by richardhod on 3/2/2013 & rated 90 points: Straight out of the bottle through a Vinturi it's a rose-dusty nose, sharp fruity body, very pure Pinoty. Simple start, with excellent outhwatering acidity and red-dark cherry (the PN taste!), with a long finish. Not layers of depth, no dirt, no barnyward, but just a very good, biting tasty PN. Really realy good, and at the knockdown half price offer amazing value. Really good stuff, and my goto low-end American PN if I Can get again at that price, as it's medium-level stuff, Clean, well-made, and good like Villages or better! (7366 views) | | | Tasted by sbfern on 12/15/2012 & rated 93 points: It looked so light in color in the bottle I was not expecting anything great. But wow, after about 20 min of being open this wine was fruity and clean. With a long finish. I want more. (3436 views) | | | Tasted by dboatguy on 10/21/2012: just okay - Drink up very light not very complex (2715 views) | | | Tasted by Rcapria on 9/27/2012 & rated 89 points: very light in color cherry blackberry not a terrible pinot for the money (2736 views) | | | Tasted by Madkat on 9/7/2012 & rated 87 points: Not a bad Pinot, but not outstanding like some of the other Cali Pinots. This has all the Pinot hallmark flavors but not the depth of some of it's peers. However at this price point not too bad. (2627 views) | | | Tasted by Arkiefoodie on 6/16/2012 & rated 90 points: Light garnet in the glass; looks thin and light, but this is deceiving. Nose of orange, cedar, and black cherry. Luscious mouth that is fruit- forward and an excellent pairing for spicy food or the bumper of a car. Excellent young Pinot. (2235 views) | | | Tasted by admid on 5/31/2012 & rated 88 points: App: nn
Aroma: pepperish nose with smooth dark fruits
Medium bodied and good balance. Barn and smooth dark berries on the palate.
Good length (1942 views) | | | Tasted by Bernt Olav on 5/11/2012 & rated 75 points: Min desidert dårligste pinot noir til nå. Ok inngang, men smaker kunstig og brent plast i finish. Styr unna! (2016 views) | | | Tasted by Ben Christiansen on 2/23/2012: Coming up and around and getting better. (2218 views) | | | Tasted by jingram on 2/5/2012 & rated 89 points: - Ruby color. It's balanced and has flavours of raspberry, cherry and black pepper with a light/medium body. Bright texture with a medium finish - Very light on the palate and easy drinking Pinot has a good balance of fruit with a hint of spice. Very food friendly I paired with a steak and it worked really well. (2429 views) | | | Tasted by dboatguy on 2/4/2012 & rated 85 points: Very light - Not a lot there. (2181 views) | | | Tasted by timewithwine on 1/19/2012: Not much of a note since I pulled the first of these just 3 months ago and since this mirrors the first one. But I’m liking this a bit more than I did originally. It’s a good, basic Pinot. Wtih ham-mushroom ragout over grits. Recommended with Reservations. (160 views) | | | Tasted by Mig22 on 1/14/2012 & rated 88 points: Medium clear ruby. Nose: strawberry and smoke with a bit of cedar. Not super fruity but controlled strawberry with the smoky flavor and a hint of rocks. (2307 views) | | | Tasted by jimmythesaint on 12/5/2011: A nice Carneros Pinot. Not too complex but enjoyable. (2665 views) | | | Tasted by timewithwine on 10/27/2011: Cranberry is the color and on the nose and palate, but there is more to this than just cranberry; it shows pomegranate, teaberry, cloves and red pits. But the mouthfeel is a tad light and there is something on the finish .... something, possibly green? It doesn’t finish entirely clean. But for under $20, this isn’t a bad choice. No sediment. 14% alc. With mushroom risotto topped with bacon, thyme, rosemary. Recommended with reservations. (157 views) | | | Tasted by orlypann on 10/23/2011 & rated 89 points: Notes of dark berries. On the palate this wine is rich and fuller than your normal Pinot. Finish is medium with lingering spice notes. (2911 views) | | | Tasted by merryberry on 10/22/2011 & rated 89 points: Translucent rusty violet. Strawberry juice, cinnamon, and earth nose. Medium to full bodied, raspberries, cherries, white pepper, good acid, soft tannins, a little heat, and a long, sweet finish. Very good qpr. (3089 views) | | | Tasted by tate491 on 10/2/2011: Bright red fruits on the nose. high acidity. Very fruit driven. Strawberry and red cherry. Easy drinking clean pinot, with smooth, light tannins. (3253 views) | | | Tasted by askoje on 10/1/2011 & rated 87 points: Cranberries, red currant, pepper and white flowers on the nose. Quite big mouth feel for a pinot. Light fruit and great acidity. Calm and balanced wine, but it lacks a bit weight in the finish. (3253 views) | | | Tasted by BlancdeBlanc on 9/25/2011 & rated 86 points: Aroma: funky, herbal, cherries Palate: tart, red fruit, herbal, dry, nice acid finish (1365 views) | | | Tasted by rjonwine@gmail.com on 9/17/2011 & rated 84 points: Medium ruby color with 1/2 millimeter clear meniscus; intense, baked raspberry, cherry nose; light-medium bodied, tart cherry, tart apple palate; medium-plus finish (2473 views) | | | Only displaying the 25 most recent notes - click to see all notes for this wine... |
| By Jancis Robinson, MW
JancisRobinson.com (2/27/2012)
(Schug Pinot Noir Carneros Red) Subscribe to see review text. | By Richard Jennings
RJonWine.com (9/17/2011)
(Schug Pinot Noir Carneros) Medium ruby color with 1/2 millimeter clear meniscus; intense, baked raspberry, cherry nose; light-medium bodied, tart cherry, tart apple palate; medium-plus finish 84 points | By Richard Jennings
RJonWine.com (7/12/2011)
(Schug Pinot Noir Carneros) Red fruit, smoke nose; red fruit, smoke palate; medium finish 84 points |
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Carneros winery founded in 1980 by Walter and Gertrud Schug. The winery is located on 50 acres planted in Chardonnay and Pinot Noir, which is the winery focus. As of 2008, the winery also had releases of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Sauvignon Blanc, and a sparkling wine. These other varietals are purchased under long term contract from growers. Walter Schug began his training at Geisenheim, a German wine institute. In the early 1960's the Schugs moved to California from Germany where Walter went to work for Joseph Phelps. The legendary Phelp's Insignia wines of the 1970's were crafted by Schug. Part of the reason he left Phelps was to produce Pinot Noir. Stylistically, Schug wines tend to be produced in the "European" style with lower alcohol levels and more balance than has been typical for California wines lately. European wine sales account for about 30% of Schug's production. In addition to Walter Schug, the other winemaker is Michael Cox who joined the winery in 1995. 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.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 Napa / SonomaSONOMA: The Yorkville Highlands AVA, approved in 1998, is located in the southwestern corner of Mendocino County, between Sonoma County's Alexander Valley to the South and Mendocino County!s Anderson Valley to the North. The region is 25 miles long, roughly in the shape of rectangle and bisected by Highway 128 which runs the length of the AVA. The region!s terrain is hilly and forested, with elevations ranging from 1,078 to 2,442 feet above sea level.
The distinguishing features of the Yorkville Highlands AVA are rocky soils with a high gravel content and the climate, which is cooler than Alexander Valley but warmer than Anderson Valley, and significantly cooler at night than the surrounding areas.CarnerosStraddles the southern ends of Napa & Sonoma Counties. |
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