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| Drinking window: Drink between 2011 and 2013 (based on 5 user opinions) |
| Community Tasting History |
| Community Tasting Notes (average 82.6 pts. and median of 83 pts. in 61 notes) - hiding notes with no text | | | Tasted by Lambcellar on 1/15/2019 & rated 89 points: Decanted nicely, fruity forward with light peppery finish (657 views) | | | Tasted by Pharrison76 on 12/20/2015: Just ok-did not improve over a couple of days (2485 views) | | | Tasted by eldiabloazul on 11/25/2013 & rated 85 points: Wow...only 82 points? settle down picky Pinot people. It's very quaffable on a week night...light and refreshing with food (5660 views) | | | Tasted by catmccon on 11/7/2013 & rated 86 points: It's a decent pinot- just run of the mill really. Pours fairly transparent and drinks extremely fruity. A bit of a finish but not much of interest here. A nice piece of salmon or roasted chicken might add a bit of interest- not bad, just somewhat generic to my palate. 2006 version was rated by F & W as one of the best pinots under 15$- maybe it's just coasting on laurels at this point. (6085 views) | | | Tasted by foobarski on 6/26/2013 & rated 85 points: A more than pleasant enough Cali Pinot for the price. A nice spiciness and Pinot "tang". Not at all complex or long in the finish, but for ~$10, a fine weeknight selection. (7381 views) | | | Tasted by twb311 on 6/19/2013 & rated 79 points: Darker in color than most Pinot but surprising little taste or finish. There are better pinots out there like Leese Fitch in this price range. (7041 views) | | | Tasted by eldiabloazul on 4/18/2013 & rated 85 points: Nice for the price...will buy again (5925 views) | | | Tasted by MNMike on 4/1/2013 & rated 83 points: Thin, but nothing offensive. Drinks easier than the slightly acidic bite on the nose would suggest. Mid palate seems to be the best part of this one. Solid choice in the under $10 range. (3600 views) | | | Tasted by AnytimeWineTime on 3/31/2013 & rated 85 points: S: blueberry and new leather T: definitely fruit forward, more of a fruity Pinot vs earthy, a little hot mid palette therefore docked it 2 points, a nice berry finish. Paired well with ham. This one may be a bit underrated here on cellar tracker depending on your taste. (3368 views) | | | Tasted by Z1nnfull on 3/28/2013 & rated 83 points: Better entry level Pinots in the $10 range than this - Bogle, for instance.
Very light with little nose, thin taste.. Would not buy again. Wasn't horrible, just thin. (2544 views) | | | Tasted by Jason Rzutkiewicz on 12/24/2012 & rated 82 points: (13.5%) Back in 2007 this wine turned out to be a little steal. Given that for a mere $8 had to roll the dice on this one. I found it lush and warm with a soft, spiced finish. Definitely on the bigger, fruit forward side of California Pinot. Or as many say a Pinot on steroids. That said for $8 not a bad wine at all… (4203 views) | | | Tasted by KaliSkunk on 11/29/2012 & rated 87 points: Young but A great Balanced Pinot For Under $15
Nice Red color to the wine.
Nose was a little tight and acidic, but nice frangrance.
It wants to be a Big pinot noir but has a nice young cherry and vanilla flavor...Very nice balance between the two...
Very good Pop and Pour PN
Great for cocktail hour... (4322 views) | | | Tasted by eldiabloazul on 11/17/2012 & rated 84 points: Easy drinker...simple (4438 views) | | | Tasted by dssinger on 10/29/2012 & rated 83 points: Rough at first; far better the second night (851 views) | | | Tasted by eldiabloazul on 10/15/2012 & rated 85 points: Easy drinker...seemed solid to me...might buy again (5130 views) | | | Tasted by Mbarnett9800 on 8/26/2012 & rated 86 points: Fruity, almost sweet, mild Pinot that my wife liked which means something as she doesn't like pinot. (4639 views) | | | Tasted by Vanblarcumc on 5/12/2012 & rated 76 points: Meh. (5117 views) | | | Tasted by chodur on 5/5/2012 & rated 86 points: Had with Steak, thought for a low priced Pinot it was not that bad. Silky with strawberry as dominate taste. (4868 views) | | | Tasted by smorris291 on 4/16/2012 & rated 70 points: Barely drinkable. (4914 views) | | | Tasted by Patandal on 2/1/2012 & rated 80 points: Good not great. Like castle rocks merlot better. (5782 views) | | | Tasted by Jayman13 on 1/7/2012 & rated 71 points: Thought it was sweet and not very good (5758 views) | | | Tasted by bones82 on 1/1/2012 & rated 78 points: Initial taste - lite mouth, cherry, mild bodied. (5894 views) | | | Tasted by surfer.prof on 12/11/2011 & rated 81 points: Medium rubt red. Earthy, classic Burgandy nose. Mouth feel is a little thin. Sour cherries. Tart. A little disappointing. I like their Sonoma County much more. (5994 views) | | | Tasted by Vervelb on 11/25/2011 & rated 78 points: Tasty, would drink again. Nothing special or extraordinary (5985 views) | | | Only displaying the 25 most recent notes - click to see all notes for this wine... |
| Castle Rock 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 North CoastThe North Coast American Viticultural Area (AVA) in California, covering more than three million acres, includes Napa, Sonoma, Mendocino and Lake counties, and portions of Marin and Solano counties. (see The Wine Institute for more information)Mendocino County Mendocino Winegrape & Wine Commission
Eagle Peak, Mendocino County AVA:
http://eaglepeakava.com/
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https://winesvinesanalytics.com/news/article/139898 |
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