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| Community Tasting Notes (average 91.4 pts. and median of 91 pts. in 33 notes) - hiding notes with no text | | | Tasted by Charlie C on 3/22/2019 & rated 94 points: Faintly translucent cherry red in color. A rich nose of cherries and lavender. Vibrant fruit, blackberries, strawberries, licorice. Firm tannins, nice acidity, beautiful balance. Moderately long finish with subtle cherry notes. The overall impression is eloquence without sacrificing the beautiful fruit. This should continue to drink well for another 4 or 5 years. Alas, it was my last bottle. (1027 views) | | | Tasted by Charlie C on 7/23/2018 & rated 96 points: One of my favorite wines, the 2006 has done nothing but get better. Lightly spicy nose with floral elements in there. On the palate a bright rush of raspberry fruit and warm spices. The tannins are firm and the acidity perfectly in balance with the fruit and tannins. The overall impression is a delicate, lovely wine with a core of steel. The finish is long and lovely with that raspberry fruit going on forever. Just brilliant stuff and with many good years ahead of it. I have dropped from their list after Kelley Fox and Scott Wright departed, but, luckily, I have many of their wines in the cellar to savor. (1588 views) | | | Tasted by wineismylife on 3/29/2017 & rated 94 points: WIML94
Tasted non blind. Opened and served immediately. Followed over 90 minutes.
Garnet color in the glass, clear looking throughout. Nose of rubber tire, flowers and red berries. Flavors of strawberries, red raspberries and red berries. Medium to bright acidity, medium tannin, full bodied. Drink now.
Drinking well above pay grade. Nice bottle. Bottled under Stelvin too! (2414 views) | | | Tasted by Christine Havens on 11/27/2014 & rated 92 points: Once an importer and boutique producer, the Scott Paul winery was sold to a long-time partner, Cameron Healy in 2014. I'll be curious to see if the style of the wine changes under the direction of Healy. The 2006 Scott Paul 'Audrey' Dundee Hills Pinot Noir has developed nicely, showing pretty notes of black cherries, woodsmoke, forest floor, rose hips, anise and a lovely top note of incense. Garnet-robed with a watery rim, it's quite vibrant, with lively acidity, fine tannins and excellent length. (3859 views) | | | Tasted by cos65 on 9/28/2014: BWC oregon: fairly light garnet colored.
Incredibly soft, ripe easy upon opening (screw top).
But after a short while much more interesting, earthy, secondary flavors.
This turned out to be my WOTN. (3982 views) | | | Tasted by macker100 on 9/28/2014 & rated 93 points: Oregon Pinot Tasting - Boerne Wine Club: At BWC tasting. My WOTN. Suprisingly only one other taster had this in his top three. Very lightly colored. Consistent with '13 note, orange and raspberry on delicate nose. Very soft palate, with nice strawberries, minerals. Best food wine of the night as well. (5118 views) | | | Tasted by macker100 on 7/4/2013 & rated 93 points: Cloudy, blood orange color is very unique. Fleshy aromas of raspberry, orange peel, sour cherry. Bright fruit with semi-sweet cherries, minerals, spice. Great tangy finish. (4426 views) | | | Tasted by j77bman on 11/12/2012 & rated 90 points: Holding up well, can still lay down for several more years (3971 views) | | | Tasted by j77bman on 10/14/2012 & rated 92 points: Ready to drink now though will still hold through 2016. Light earth on the nose- muted berry on front holding through mid with clear finish. Balanced acid with mild tannins (2927 views) | | | Tasted by moben on 11/25/2011 & rated 93 points: Lovely at Thanksgiving with smoked and herbed turkey, mushroom gravy, and blueberry pie. Really complemented the flavors of the food. (3126 views) | | | Tasted by mmurry on 8/20/2011 & rated 91 points: Sour cherry and forest floor on the nose, with some cranberry, spice, and floral notes. Soft and smooth on the palate, with lots of cranberry and cherry, a tiny bit of earth, and a spicy floral finish. (2939 views) | | | Tasted by wineismylife on 8/6/2011 & rated 92 points: Saturdays at One - Volume 56 (Farpointe Wine Bar, Southlake, Texas): WIML92+/-?
Tasted non blind. Opened and glass decanted about two hours before serving.
Garnet color in the glass, clear looking throughout. Nose of rose petals, soft spices and red berries. Flavors of red berries, red cherries and red raspberries. Medium to bright acidity, medium tannins, medium to full bodied. Drink or hold. (2843 views) | | | Tasted by wineismylife on 7/5/2011 & rated 91 points: WIML91
Tasted non blind with dinner. Opened and served immediately.
Garnet color in the glass, clear looking throughout. Nose of cherries, berries and a bit of Briar patch. Flavors of berries, raspberries and cherries. Medium to bright acidity, medium tannins, medium to full bodied. Drink or hold. (1795 views) | | | Tasted by ebohling on 6/20/2010 & rated 92 points: Dry earthy nose. Light, yet complex palate. Some taste cherries, some taste a robust garden. (2321 views) | | | Tasted by wineismylife on 2/28/2010 & rated 91 points: WIML91
Opened and served immediately. Garnet color in the glass, clear hue throuhout.. Nose of sandalwood, berries and cherries. Flavors of berries and raspberries. Medium acidity, tannins and body. Drink or hold. (2306 views) | | | Tasted by 1Bacchus! on 2/13/2010 & rated 91 points: Nose of cherry and vanilla, flavors of cherry cola with an outstanding, long finish!
My ratings of this wine have varied. I think it is showing very well right now. (2819 views) | | | Tasted by moben on 1/3/2010 & rated 91 points: Nice contrast with 2002 Girardin at 2010 New Years. Big fruit, nice length. (2239 views) | | | Tasted by moben on 7/25/2009 & rated 91 points: Paired with pork tenderloin and pomegranite sauce - fabulous! Bright strawberries. Smooth, jammy finish with honeyed textured. Might save a few bottles for the next few years (2299 views) | | | Tasted by WAS on 6/25/2009: I will reverse my earlier notes about longevity. This is drinking well presently and should be consumed. Because of the stewed fruit character doesn't have the acidity to age. Drink it now! (2334 views) | | | Tasted by wineismylife on 4/30/2009 & rated 92 points: WIML92. This bottle was absolutely smoking. Drinking really well right now. (2360 views) | | | Tasted by WAS on 1/5/2009: With its soft red and black cherry doing it's namesake (Audrey Hepburn) proud. This has lovely elegance and finesse. Will likely hold my remaining bottles for over the next 3 to 5 years. (2418 views) | | | Tasted by uhclem on 12/25/2008 & rated 90 points: Enjoyable wine. A year or two wouldn't hurt, but it's pretty good now. (2434 views) | | | Tasted by ebohling on 11/27/2008 & rated 91 points: More tannins and fruit on the nose than the 2005 Audrey. Very smooth and balanced like the 2005 though. (2385 views) | | | Tasted by uhclem on 11/4/2008 & rated 90 points: Seductive, smooth and tasty right out of the bottle. I have a slight preference for the 2005, methinks. (2447 views) | | | Tasted by eden93 on 6/21/2008 & rated 93 points: Light on the mushroom flavor, but very nutty. Light, flavorful Pinot. (2645 views) | | | Only displaying the 25 most recent notes - click to see all notes for this wine... |
| Scott Paul Cellars 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.Oregon Oregon Wine, Oregon Wineries (Oregon Wine Board)Willamette Valley Willamette Valley Wineries Association | Willamette Valley (Oregon Wine Board)
On weinlagen-info including some single vineyards
Willamette Valley Vintage Reviews
Dundee Hills Dundee Hills Winegrowers Association website
Located just 28 miles southwest of Portland, and 40 miles inland from the Pacific Ocean, the Dundee Hills appellation is situated within an irregular circle of about 6,490 acres in total, of which more than 1,264 acres of vineyards are planted. This region is unique for its higher elevation, warmer nighttime temperatures, less low-elevation fog and frost, and lava-based Jory soil series of reddish silt, clay and loam soils.
Single Vineyards at weinlagen-info
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