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Red
2007 Zotovich Pinot Noir
Pinot Noir
- USA
- California
- Central Coast
- Sta. Rita Hills
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Community Tasting Notes 7
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sid_loves_wine Likes this wine: 96 points
November 29, 2018 - Wonderful and still fresh after 11 years in bottle. Started off slightly closed with light redcurrant, strawberry, and a hint of darker plum, plus a high-quality oak note that bordered on sandalwood or cedar. A touch of savory cool climate "forest floor" character maybe extra pronounced by the age. Very addictive.
After a couple hours and a little decanting, the fruit got a little darker (ripe dark cherry, maybe fig?) but much more pronounced on the nose, while the acid heightened tremendously. Floral notes became present. Lots of classic pinot noir elements in play!
This reminded me of a highly-rated pinot noir or two I've tasted from the santa cruz mountains- maybe 25% less intense, but half the price. Excellent quality for $45 or so. -
wendyinwlv wrote: 80 points
April 7, 2013 - It was okay, a bi t"asparagusy" for my taste
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Bamboobren wrote:
November 24, 2011 - Thanksgiving Day wine
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nicefish wrote: 88 points
March 18, 2011 - Big shouldered but balanced. Definite pine notes, unripe berries, almost minty. Zesty acidity and a long lovely finish. What I liked about this wine is that it doesn't taste like very other domestic Pinot out there. It's a bit big for my taste, but it certainly reflects it's terroir and a unique personality.
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By Josh Raynolds
November 2010 (link)(Zotovich Family Vineyards Pinot Noir Estate Sta. Rita Hills) Subscribe to see review text.
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By Allen Meadows
April 2010, Issue #38 (link)(Zotovich Family Vineyards Pinot Noir - Estate Villages Red) Subscribe to see review text.
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By Richard Jennings
6/18/2011 (link) 90 points(Zotovich Pinot Noir) Black cherry, black raspberry nose; poised, tart black raspberry, black cherry palate; medium-plus finish
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By Richard Jennings
2/28/2011 (link) 88 points(Zotovich Pinot Noir) Floral, tart raspberry, stems nose; tight, raspberry, tart red fruit, green herb palate with nice texture, needs 3-plus years; medium-plus finish (about 35% whole cluster)
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By Richard Jennings
6/26/2010 (link) 84 points(Zotovich Pinot Noir) Medium red color with pale meniscus; whole cluster, pine needles, green notes; tart red fruit, cinnamon palate that drops out mid-palate; short-medium finish
Wine Definition
- Vintage 2007
- Type Red
- Producer Zotovich
- Varietal Pinot Noir
- Designation n/a
- Vineyard n/a
- Country USA
- Region California
- SubRegion Central Coast
- Appellation Sta. Rita Hills
Community Holdings
- Pending Delivery 0 (0%)
- In Cellars 15 (28%)
- Consumed 39 (72%)
Food Pairing
No food pairings available.
Who Likes This Wine
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- VarietyPinot Noir
- CountryUSA
- RegionCalifornia
- SubRegionCentral Coast
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