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| Community Tasting Notes (average 92.2 pts. and median of 92 pts. in 17 notes) - hiding notes with no text | | | Tasted by ataraxy on 3/11/2020 & rated 95 points: Spectacular. Still full of fruit, and with incredible body. Almost like a syrah in its tannins and backbone. (282 views) | | | Tasted by ginfizz on 6/24/2018 & rated 94 points: See CSMM's note...Same profile. Big, rich, balanced, red and black raspberries, earth and sweet herbs... I even got the touch of maple. Lovely oak treatment. A stellar wine. Alas, my last bottle too. (743 views) | | | Tasted by csimm on 3/2/2018 & rated 94 points: Dark black currant, black cherry, mulch, forest floor, dark maple syrup, and dark spice (clove). Fully resolved and coming into its final turn before starting its descent on the bell curve. It's certainly in the "drink now" phase of its life, so for those holding bottles, have at it. Soft and smooth on the attack, with a medium-bodied profile. Proof that these wines can withstand a little age and still hold up nicely. 8 years from vintage isn't too bad for a domestic Pinot that still maintains this much flavor and verve. Acidity seemingly low at this point.
93-94 points at the end of the day. A solid showing and a beautiful, satisfying bottle of juice. Definitely drink now...right now. (2303 views) | | | Tasted by jhieb on 8/4/2017 & rated 93 points: Not as plush as some of the other WHs, but the fruit and acidity has integrated nicely. This still has many good years ahead of it, but unfortunately, this was my last bottle. (952 views) | | | Tasted by Wine_in_HD on 12/27/2016 & rated 92 points: Deep ruby red with flavors of black cherries and cola. Some better than the bottle I tried about 6 months ago. (769 views) | | | Tasted by Wine_in_HD on 3/17/2016 & rated 90 points: Very dark ruby red, rich with flavors of dark cherry and cola. Seemed to take some time to open up on the first day. Second day was a little alcoholy but still ok. (838 views) | | | Tasted by ListenToMeWine on 12/22/2013 & rated 91 points: After an hour begins to shine, cola, red fruit, lasting finish. Good juice. (1351 views) | | | Tasted by Tim and Bonnie on 7/11/2013 & rated 91 points: Awesome! Jim and Jennifer make some great wines! (1347 views) | | | Tasted by jhieb on 4/27/2013 & rated 92 points: Wow, this wine has changed a lot in the last six months. The chocolate and coffee notes have gone away, and there is now a ton of funk on the nose. Earthy, herbaceous, and big as ever. (1174 views) | | | Tasted by jhieb on 1/6/2013 & rated 93 points: This Pinot is about as dark as they come. Big, beautiful fruit. This will be great to taste again in a few years. Notes of chocolate, coffee, and a nice acidity. Over a few hours, this wine really opens and the tannins soften considerably. (1221 views) | | | Tasted by rjonwine@gmail.com on 10/21/2012 & rated 88 points: 2012 Pinot on the River (Town Square, Healdsburg, California): Dark cherry red color; earthy, raspberry, herbs nose; ripe raspberry, cranberry, herbs palate; medium-plus finish (1235 views) | | | Tasted by ListenToMeWine on 10/6/2012 & rated 92 points: Slutty Pinot! Kirsch, dark fruit on the nose. A deep palate that blends Clove and more dark fruit. A finish that lasts for quite awhile. Awesome slutty Pinot. Much bigger than any other Russian River Pinot. (1312 views) | | | Tasted by Mroth111 on 7/24/2012: Deep purple color. Very complex pinot, more like a light Cab in color, taste and yet has the easy Pinot finish. Great find by Monica and Dave at 750. (1015 views) | | | Tasted by SanFranSoxFan04 on 2/18/2012 & rated 91 points: Wineberserkers.com Napa Offline BYOB (Napa Valley Wine & Cigar): Bottled the week before I tasted it and you can tell. Young cherry fruit, tobacco. A BIG pinot that needs more time but a lot to like here. (2376 views) |
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Wren Hop creates limited production, vineyard specific Pinot Noir and Chardonnay from cool weather sites in Sonoma County. Organic farming, detailed sorting, extended cold soaks and new french oak all play a role in our rich, complex style wines.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 Sonoma CountyMendocino CountyRussian River Valley Russian River Valley Winegrowers Association | Wikipedia |
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