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| Drinking window: Drink between 2010 and 2012 (based on 4 user opinions) |
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| Community Tasting Notes (average 88.8 pts. and median of 88 pts. in 23 notes) - hiding notes with no text | | | Tasted by guchl on 12/25/2021 & rated 93 points: Darkish translucent garnet, clearish rim with a little rustiness. Lots of forest on the nose, mushroom, earthy with a little hint of meat, but also still some pure cherry fruit. Similar flavors on the palate, with medium plus acidity and a bright, kind of herby impression. Much longer finish than I remember from previous bottles. Perhaps it was just a better than average bottle (cork was in perfect shape), but greatly exceeded expectations. Could hold for 5 more years. (143 views) | | | Tasted by guchl on 12/4/2016 & rated 90 points: Tasty... Have one more bottle and will hold til next year. (748 views) | | | Tasted by WDSteers on 4/25/2013 & rated 90 points: good balance and not too fruit forward. strawberry palate with nice acidity (2023 views) | | | Tasted by NathanT on 7/4/2012 & rated 88 points: Light bodied... easy sipper. Pinot funk on the nose. (2475 views) | | | Tasted by DuaneT on 10/27/2011: Seems too disjointed/hot for my liking. (2581 views) | | | Tasted by bambam on 10/24/2011 & rated 87 points: Nice Pinot strawberry nose. The middle is quit flat with a tight finish. OK but nothing more. (2486 views) | | | Tasted by dkoontz on 3/16/2011 & rated 87 points: Garnet color. Red fruit and a little funk. More red fruit on the palate with cola on the back extending into med finish. Nice bright acidity with some depth. (1700 views) | | | Tasted by macker100 on 2/17/2011 & rated 88 points: On Disney cruise. Nice elegant, balanced pinot from Oregon. Raspberry and currant nose. Palate has some moderated oak, with cherries and plums. Smooth tannins with solid finish. (1589 views) | | | Tasted by annerk on 1/22/2011 & rated 88 points: 50+5+12+15+6 Decent pinot for the price point. Not overly complex, but showed decent character with lots of red fruit and a hint of smoke. (1226 views) | | | Tasted by Joegish on 1/14/2011 & rated 89 points: Second bottle consumed. Consistent results, compares favorably to the Veramonte Ritual Pinot Noir (which I also like). Needs about 1 hour of decanting IMO, nice layered berry flavors with hints of oak and vanilla. A very smooth wine that lingers pleasantly for several minutes leaving you wanting for that next sip.... (2142 views) | | | Tasted by srwatters on 11/25/2010 & rated 88 points: Light and airy with cherry and berries predominant. Should have had before dinner, but was nice after as well. (1785 views) | | | Tasted by rkubots on 8/30/2010 & rated 80 points: Disney Cruise (1995 views) | | | Tasted by wino_tim on 7/9/2010 & rated 88 points: Round and detailed, offering a relatively complex mix of red cherry liqueur, warm spices, wild raspberry and dried cranberry flavors. Light to medium bodied, savory, with good acidity, well integrated oak, and persistent red fruit flavors. (1160 views) | | | Tasted by geneswine on 6/24/2010 & rated 88 points: Straughtforward pleasent Pinot. (1199 views) |
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King Estate winery in Oregon in this 2003 photograph.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.Oregon Oregon Wine, Oregon Wineries (Oregon Wine Board)Oregon* |
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