Served slightly-chilled (17c/62f, 14.8% abv) perhaps a little too chilled, with Coq au Vin.
Ruby Red in the glass. Cherries, & Blackberry on the nose, palate of light red fruit. Light-bodied, Not too tannic. Good with lighter dishes like chicken. Medium finish. Slight metallic finish at end. Well-crafted but unexceptional Pinot Noir from CA Central Coast. I think there are some better Pinot Noirs, (albeit a little more expensive) from CA Sta Rita Hills or Oregon's Willamette Valley.
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This wine is drinkable and not unpleasant, but it's not particularly interesting or showing a lot of varietal character. Bought at Costco for $10.99, there are better PN at Trader Joe's under $10.
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Mill Pond Family Reunion: This bottle tasted a bit more jammy than the other I remember, but still a decent Pinot in this price range (which is rare). My aunt had found this on clearance for $9, so that is the rare sub-$10 Pinot that is worthy of consuming.
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In the beginning, aromas of cherry and promegranete, spices, vanilla and oak. Medium body and short final. After dinner, I've tried to drink a bit more but it was impossible cause the Wine is a little bit sweet and I got nauseous more and more at each gulp. I stopped at the third gulp.
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Jam comes to mind with some heat. For sure some Syrah added to the mix. Compared to the 2011 Evening Land Spanish Springs it was not much of a contest.
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California Central Coast wine sourced from the Olson Ranch Vineyard, Santa Lucia Highlands. Served at room temperature with Greek appetizers and entrees. Ruby red in the glass, wine is light-bodied with Cherry and Pomegranate on the nose. Nice, smooth, well balanced Pinot Noir.
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California Pinot Noir (Mostly Sonoma) Single-Blind: Light ruby color. Nose of bright red cherries, wild strawberries, raspberry jam, subtle tobacco, rose petals and tilled soil as well. Juicy and full on the palate, full of red berries, cherries and raspberry jam. Some dusty tannic structure, medium acid. An interesting mix of bay leaf, caramel and rhubarb pie. A bit simple perhaps, but put together well and very pleasant. Almost all the fruit comes from Olson Ranch in Santa Lucia Highlands.
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Relatively easy drinking modern pinot. Nice nose with loads of cherry that carries through to the taste which is a little fruit forward but not overpowering. Not much of a finish, fine acidity but not much in the tannin department. Nothing to offend and nothing to go out of ones way to acquire.
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Yes, easy is the word. Nothing there to offend. Non-existent tannins, cherry but not overpowering, well balanced. Not much of a finish. If you want a safe wine to pop, pour and not worry about, this is it.
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7/24/2017 - Red Don wrote: 85 Points
Served slightly-chilled (17c/62f, 14.8% abv) perhaps a little too chilled, with Coq au Vin.
Ruby Red in the glass. Cherries, & Blackberry on the nose, palate of light red fruit. Light-bodied, Not too tannic. Good with lighter dishes like chicken. Medium finish. Slight metallic finish at end. Well-crafted but unexceptional Pinot Noir from CA Central Coast. I think there are some better Pinot Noirs, (albeit a little more expensive) from CA Sta Rita Hills or Oregon's Willamette Valley.
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12/18/2016 - BBinSC wrote: 85 Points
This wine is drinkable and not unpleasant, but it's not particularly interesting or showing a lot of varietal character. Bought at Costco for $10.99, there are better PN at Trader Joe's under $10.
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9/23/2016 - bobadopolis Likes this wine: 89 Points
Loved it. Great everyday pinot.
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8/21/2016 - isaacjamesbaker wrote:
Mill Pond Family Reunion: This bottle tasted a bit more jammy than the other I remember, but still a decent Pinot in this price range (which is rare). My aunt had found this on clearance for $9, so that is the rare sub-$10 Pinot that is worthy of consuming.
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8/13/2016 - Sthel wrote: 80 Points
In the beginning, aromas of cherry and promegranete, spices, vanilla and oak. Medium body and short final. After dinner, I've tried to drink a bit more but it was impossible cause the Wine is a little bit sweet and I got nauseous more and more at each gulp. I stopped at the third gulp.
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4/16/2016 - edog77 Likes this wine: 88 Points
Hedonistic cali pinot. Enjoy.
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4/16/2016 - 3daywinereview.com wrote: 85 Points
Jam comes to mind with some heat. For sure some Syrah added to the mix. Compared to the 2011 Evening Land Spanish Springs it was not much of a contest.
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3/28/2016 - Fabrini wrote: 76 Points
Oaky and hot. Not very good.
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3/18/2016 - Jimbo0208 Likes this wine: 86 Points
Nothing special but very drinkable.
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2/17/2016 - isaacjamesbaker wrote:
Similar notes to 11/15. A fun, juicy Pinot that does well in this price range (SRP: $23).
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1/10/2016 - fewltu Likes this wine: 90 Points
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12/29/2015 - jbehrendt Likes this wine: 88 Points
One of our "go to" weekday Pinot Noirs. While not a full-bodied and complex as really good Pinots, still tastes like a Pinot and is enjoyable,.
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12/3/2015 - snarfglk wrote: 88 Points
Much improved over the previous bottle; actually tasted like PN.
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11/19/2015 - Red Don wrote: 85 Points
California Central Coast wine sourced from the Olson Ranch Vineyard, Santa Lucia Highlands. Served at room temperature with Greek appetizers and entrees. Ruby red in the glass, wine is light-bodied with Cherry and Pomegranate on the nose. Nice, smooth, well balanced Pinot Noir.
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11/13/2015 - snarfglk wrote: 86 Points
Nothing special, sort of flat with muted fruit.
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11/9/2015 - isaacjamesbaker wrote: 86 Points
California Pinot Noir (Mostly Sonoma) Single-Blind: Light ruby color. Nose of bright red cherries, wild strawberries, raspberry jam, subtle tobacco, rose petals and tilled soil as well. Juicy and full on the palate, full of red berries, cherries and raspberry jam. Some dusty tannic structure, medium acid. An interesting mix of bay leaf, caramel and rhubarb pie. A bit simple perhaps, but put together well and very pleasant. Almost all the fruit comes from Olson Ranch in Santa Lucia Highlands.
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10/1/2015 - MarkWhite wrote: 85 Points
Relatively easy drinking modern pinot. Nice nose with loads of cherry that carries through to the taste which is a little fruit forward but not overpowering. Not much of a finish, fine acidity but not much in the tannin department. Nothing to offend and nothing to go out of ones way to acquire.
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9/11/2015 - spalef Likes this wine: 85 Points
Nice nose, velvety mouthfeel, cherry, oak, pepper, easy drinking.
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9/4/2015 - Jayarr wrote: 88 Points
Yes, easy is the word. Nothing there to offend. Non-existent tannins, cherry but not overpowering, well balanced. Not much of a finish. If you want a safe wine to pop, pour and not worry about, this is it.
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8/17/2015 - sailincarib wrote: 77 Points
Thin, not much body. Pretty dull
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4/1/2015 - Glenn92 Likes this wine: 89 Points
Easy pinot - Russian River
Earth tones - cigar box, low acidity quick easy finish
Hints of smoke in the aftertaste
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