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| Community Tasting Notes (average 92.4 pts. and median of 93 pts. in 24 notes) - hiding notes with no text | | | Tasted by Thek on 4/8/2021 & rated 90 points: PnP consumed over about 2 and a half hours. Nose of dark cherry, black raspberry, slightly savory. Palate is very fruity, intensely dark cherry, but somewhat linear with little development over time. This is very full-bodied for a pinot. Acidity is still fairly high, very slightly tannic. The texture was not yet syrupy, but it seems to be just starting to head in a port-like direction. The bottle was enjoyable but seems to be on the descent based on other reviews. (490 views) | | | Tasted by RGCM Gananda on 4/22/2016 & rated 92 points: Black cherry and black raspberry on the nose along with an earthy component that becomes more prominent the longer the wine is open. Full bodied and 14.5% ABV, but balanced and much more nuanced than the nose would lead you to believe. Black raspberry and black cherry upfront with tart cranberry behind and strengthening acidity into the finish. There's plenty of fruit here (especially for a nearly nine year old pinot), but it comes off as dark and smooth rather than syrupy-rich or a simple fruit-bomb. After being open about two and a half hours, the middle has opened up even more. It's at peak at this stage and should have at least a year or so before it begins to fade. I think it has integrated as much as it's going to and from here on, the fruit will fade and the acidity will become more and more prominent until the wine hollows out. Quite glad I was able to catch it at its currently very enjoyable present stage. (1756 views) | | | Tasted by cweiner on 2/20/2014 & rated 93 points: My god- just great.
Wish I could find more. (2611 views) | | | Tasted by cweiner on 11/12/2013 & rated 92 points: Still yummy. Fruit fresh and well integrated. (2507 views) | | | Tasted by cweiner on 5/25/2013 & rated 93 points: Lovely. Due ants to enjoy with a flank steak covered with a berry, truffle sauce. (2821 views) | | | Tasted by Pluecht on 9/25/2012 & rated 93 points: This is truly an amazing wine. You have to love a fiull bodied Pinot and Stuart delivers with this one. Fresh cherries, deep blue and blackberry, slight hint of oak in the background. Excellent balance. Enjoy! (3045 views) | | | Tasted by RobertDwyer on 12/21/2011 & rated 92 points: Kind of like a liquified Luden's cough drop without the menthol aspect. Ample fruit. For me it doesn't taste over-ripe because there are no raisiny or pruney notes. But it's definitely got a sweet cinnamon note (along with some heat) - especially on the back end. (3680 views) | | | Tasted by Amerique on 7/2/2011 & rated 91 points: Huge fruit bomb! (1943 views) | | | Tasted by Pour House on 2/5/2011 & rated 93 points: Fruit forward dark and rich upfront but the long finish is light and airy cherries and spice. (2458 views) | | | Tasted by petitblanc on 12/4/2010 & rated 86 points: Medium-dark cranberry color. Alcoholic, simple, little substance or interest. Disppointing. Tasted in a Healdsburg tasting room. (2264 views) | | | Tasted by wpainter on 11/25/2010 & rated 93 points: Dark, dense fruit; good acid; long finish; not a typical RRV pinot; outstanding wine (2164 views) |
| By Josh Raynolds
Vinous, May/June 2010, IWC Issue #150
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| Adrian Fog 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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