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| Community Tasting Notes (average 88.5 pts. and median of 88 pts. in 30 notes) - hiding notes with no text | | | Tasted by ChateauShiny on 1/8/2023 & rated 87 points: Medium dark brownish cherry-coke in color. Leafy nose of decomposing tomato leaves with black pepper, dried and stewed plums and cherries, dried currants, a bit of milk chocolate, and a bit of chili pepper. Medium-heavy bodied, balanced acidity, and a decent amount of sweetness. Plate of fresh and dried cherries, dried strawberries, cola, tobacco leaves. Still some fuzzy tannins. Long herbs/tobacco leaves and cherry cola finish.
Definitely past it’s prime, but it is still holding on. (248 views) | | | Tasted by jmcmchi on 12/25/2014 & rated 89 points: Starting to display darker tints round rim. Barnyard and attractive acidity (2406 views) | | | Tasted by Umay Ceviker on 11/19/2014 & rated 91 points: Tasted this wine three different times throughout the year and had very different notes on it. This last one was in a blind tasting of various Pinot Noir's from around the World and this showed as the best wine for all four of us who participated.
Pale crimson in colour. What a compelling nose with pure, savoury red berries layered with rosemary and sage. So smooth and understated with feathery tannins and refreshing cornelian cherry flavours. Sappy and very zesty. (2492 views) | | | Tasted by Umay Ceviker on 1/21/2014 & rated 89 points: Medium ruby wine with garnet shades. Elegant nose with strawberry marmelade and cherry aromas layered with an earthy tang leading the way to notes of licorice and leather. Succulent and caressing with fine grained tannins that give enough backbone to this well poised, bright wine that has a fairly long, persistent finish. Would quite possibly think this was a good, village Burgundy if tasted blind. (3195 views) | | | Tasted by jmcmchi on 9/16/2013 & rated 89 points: Opened several hours before drinking. Softness,balance and cherry with ability to stand up to strong mushroom flavors.. screw cap keeps it fresh, will be interesting to see how long it lasts (3503 views) | | | Tasted by Doughkg on 3/24/2013 & rated 89 points: Good value. (2128 views) | | | Tasted by Doughkg on 3/24/2013 & rated 89 points: Drank w salmon and good pairing (3843 views) | | | Tasted by Jayarr on 3/18/2013 & rated 88 points: Certainly time to drink this one. Wait six months and it'll be on the downside. Pale color, moderate fruit with some loamy aspects. Not as much cherry as I thought there would be which is fine with me. (2073 views) | | | Tasted by jeward on 2/11/2013 & rated 88 points: Smooth,medium body wine. Well balanced fruit and tannins. Long, silky finish. (1711 views) | | | Tasted by mikesvins on 12/27/2012 & rated 89 points: Enjoyed after 4 days under vacuum, opens up with sweet cherries , medium body good aroma & finish. Pleasant surprise (1641 views) | | | Tasted by CarpeVinoDiem on 11/7/2012 & rated 88 points: Fine bargain NZ PN juice, and worth the extra $5 from their standard.
88 pts. (1357 views) | | | Tasted by mikesvins on 10/22/2012 & rated 86 points: I believe this is going in the wrong direction (like our country), time to drink up (1374 views) | | | Tasted by jmcmchi on 6/23/2012 & rated 88 points: Despite the high alcohol content, pinot characteristics are true and consistent. Soft fruits, slight hint of gentle tannins, nicely integrated with lovely mouth feel. Incredible value on offer at $9, very good value at regular $13 (1861 views) | | | Tasted by Mike Kopanski on 3/28/2012 & rated 86 points: My experience tasting a full glass of this wine was really Dr. Jekyll, Mr Hyde. When the server poured, and on the nose, I said needs some air, it seemed a little tight. Even the first taste was saying decant, or vinturi. So I took my time sipping along, no hurry. By the time I got to the bottom of the glass, it seemed watered down and washed out. I have never been a fan of the flavor characteristics of New Zealand Pinot Noir. There is always some pungent, off flavors and aromas that interfere with the reason we drink Pinot in the first place. Even the rim was a little more clear than expected. I got a slight hit of diesel, and changed motor oil. There was some bright plum and black cherry fruit, but it was surrounded with sharp, brambly, tree sap flavors. They did a nice job with the acid. Not much influence from oak. Where did all the flavor go? Did they have to heavy filter. The finish was really short, not fruity, and made me wish I would have tried something else. (2019 views) | | | Tasted by Enfant sauvage on 2/6/2012 & rated 87 points: Good, but mostly just in a "this really isn't that bad for a New World pinot" sort of way. I'd prefer to drink less pinot noir but have the bottles I drink be from Burgundy. This just doesn't really work for me. (2000 views) | | | Tasted by Vervelb on 1/17/2012 & rated 90 points: Dark cherry, strawberry, light body, nice balance. (1985 views) | | | Tasted by james_timothy on 12/11/2011 & rated 88 points: Smooth and structured- low fruit, lovely soft tannins at the end, a long mouth feel. Very nice. (2534 views) | | | Tasted by mikesvins on 6/24/2011 & rated 87 points: Great nose of dark cherry, cocoa, eucalyptus, some herbal elements and earth. On the palate medium body pinot, velvety smooth, dark cherry, spice, sweet, nice acidity. Not very complex now, but cuts through food nicely. Good with some upside over short term. (2494 views) | | | Tasted by flyinges on 4/24/2011 & rated 88 points: Nice bouquet of cherry and strawberries. Fruit forward, without being jammy like a shiraz/zinfandel. The color was light as was the overall body and mouth feel. It did have a sweet taste to it along with fruit aspect. Nice wine if you like it on the sweeter side. (2774 views) | | | Tasted by gutt22 on 11/19/2010: 14.0% alcohol. Striking to have this alongside other Pinots. It becomes much spicier, rather than just a simple expression of black cherry. Very nice and terrific value. A- (2750 views) | | | Tasted by gutt22 on 11/6/2010: 14.0% alcohol. This is, without a doubt, the finest value Pinot Noir I've had all year. For roughly $15, you get a bright cherry-colored wine that is the essence of black cherry. Lovely black cherry dominates the nose, with a hint of spice and minerals. In the mouth, lively, fresh, and focused, with a palate bursting forth with juicy black cherry fruit. It is rare to find a wine with such beautiful and singular expression of fruit in Pinot. That makes this a pure delight. Racy acidity makes it a terrific food match. Just great to sip. A-/A (2783 views) | | | Only displaying the 25 most recent notes - click to see all notes for this wine... |
| Nobilo 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.New Zealand New Zealand Wine (New Zealand Winegrowers)South Island Noeth Island (wine-pages.com)Marlborough Gisborne (New Zealand Wine)Marlborough .co.nz/home.htm Gisborne |
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