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| Community Tasting Notes (average 91.1 pts. and median of 91 pts. in 21 notes) - hiding notes with no text | | | Tasted by rogerschwenke on 2/16/2023 & rated 92 points: I knew that this wine was supposedly a couple of years ago. After all, a 2010 Pinot now, in early 2023. But as you csn see from my score, this was much better than I expected. But that was consistent with what I found many years ago when I first encountered ( and began purchasing Chasseur) (141 views) | | | Tasted by rogerschwenke on 2/16/2023: An addition to my last comment . This tasted like a smooth blend of the kinds of zin and Pinot I like (143 views) | | | Tasted by jmottern on 4/26/2020 & rated 93 points: Earthy nose. After 35 minutes opening the wine offered a complex mix of plum and dark berry fruit with a hint of zinfandel like pepper. Very long finish. (369 views) | | | Tasted by iamandyc on 7/5/2018 & rated 90 points: A great QPR for a juicy, spicy pinot. Some dark fruit mixed in and good acidity. Nice lively finish. Easy drinker. Aging very well (816 views) | | | Tasted by cnordstr on 4/3/2016 & rated 91 points: Fruit forward, very rich, still easy drinking, a bit one dimensional. Not for those who appreciate subtleties. But nicely made. (1713 views) | | | Tasted by chefal10 on 7/15/2015 & rated 93 points: Fantastic ate at a restaurant in Nashville (1969 views) | | | Tasted by iamandyc on 7/3/2015 & rated 91 points: Great QPR. Rich but juicy style with some spiciness. Held up very well over two days. Best second day. (1782 views) | | | Tasted by brianofthevine on 6/18/2015 & rated 91 points: Quite nice. Red cherry and strawberry with a nice earthy component. Good long finish. (1485 views) | | | Tasted by lushlife on 1/11/2015: a fruit driven pinot, almost to a fault, had a bit of fizz at first. nice earthiness at mid pallet, smooth finish after the fizz blew off. paired well with a truffle cheese and a hot smoked salmon. (1506 views) | | | Tasted by adaptation on 1/2/2014 & rated 92 points: loved it, typical RRV pinot. echo everyone's comments below, would add smoky flavor. will buy again (1284 views) | | | Tasted by billyfitness on 4/24/2013 & rated 91 points: Another great priced Pinot from Bill Hunter. Typical fruit suspects with quite a bit of earth and minerality for a RRV, almost tastes like an Oregon Pinot. (1348 views) | | | Tasted by tomherer on 4/14/2013 & rated 92 points: Opaque, thick, rich. Mouthful of sweet fruit including strawberry, blueberry, and wild berry. Rose petal, leather, pebbles. Plush overall, but the fine tannins are just slightly prickly and drying. Coating, long finish. Agree with others that it's not one for the cellar, but should still do fine for most of this decade. (1241 views) | | | Tasted by RobertDwyer on 3/24/2013 & rated 91 points: Solid, but definitely fruit forward -- which I like -- but beware if you're looking for something lean or terroir driven. (1520 views) | | | Tasted by Kdog on 2/25/2013 & rated 93 points: Outstanding, medium to full bodied, rich unctuous dark fruits. Not a wine that needs to be aged, ready to be enjoyed now. Pop and pour. (785 views) | | | Tasted by billyfitness on 2/25/2013 & rated 90 points: Rich as usual for a Hunter wine and as opposed to the single vineyards, simple, early and easy drinking. Fruit is over the top: pomegranate, leading to blueberry, flick of acidity, and a nice earthy finish. (1209 views) |
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| Chasseur 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 Sonoma CountyMendocino CountyRussian River Valley Russian River Valley Winegrowers Association | Wikipedia |
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