Delicious, lot of concentrated fruit right now. Dark cherry with cola as others have noted. Rich but supple fruit, even cherry jam in the concentration. The tannin is non existent almost. This is really good. Very cherry fruit driven, not a spicy or earthy pinot. Incredibly approachable. Alcohol is not distracting or present - incorporated really well.
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This is a beautiful, full-bodied, delicious pinot noir! It has luscious dark red fruit, including cherries, raspberries, and some dark cherry cola. Good acidity, full and round, plus a long finish.
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I have had an up and down experience over the years with William Selyem PNs. Some are terrific. Some are OK, but not up to the price point. This one is very good and in line with the price......and, on the deep/dark side. The bottle was open for around an hour and a half. It shows as early in its drink window, but is very good right now. Hence, no reason to just let it set......try a bottle.
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Opened two hours prior to consumption and it was drinking really well quickly. Classic WS in all the right ways - cherry cola, touch of earthy flavors, and silky texture with medium finish. Exactly what you hope for from them.
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Well rounded with a mix of earth dark wood notes, gentle almost flowery fragrance. A nice well portioned pinot with a gentle hand. Delicious and refreshing in taste.
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Such a outstanding wine from WS! Gave it 30 minutes before consuming but you could tell when the bottle was opened it was going to be delicious! Wonderful full body with solid red fruits and cola flavors. Silky smooth with a lovely finish that lingers just long enough. Possibly the best wine I’ve had from this producer. Hopefully newer vintages will develop as loveless as this one. Still has plenty of life left but sadly, I’m out of this vintage.
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Opened, poured a taste, and then enjoyed about 30 minutes later (after a slow-ox). Dark ruby color. Nose of brown spice, sassafras and cherry. Wonderful rich red fruit - red cherries and red berries. The brown spice (mace/cinnamon) adds depth and a nice contrast to the fruit. Sufficient acidity to give the wine lift, but in balance witht he fruit. Quite enjoyable.
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Outstanding wine from William Selyem! Decanted for 45 minutes but not sure it really needed it. Fantastic when the bottle was opened and incredibly delicious when drank with dinner! Very nice, light fruit that doesn’t overwhelm a meal. Can easily be a PnP. Very consistent from the moment it hits your mouth until you consumed the whole swallow. Certainly one of the favorites from this producer! Mouth was so happy during the whole meal. Will hang onto the remaining 2017’s and hopefully the 2018’s age this well.
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5/12/2024 - timdrex Likes this wine: 92 Points
Performing up to its pedigree.
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4/22/2024 - colima wrote: 92 Points
could use more time
But its classic Russian River Williams Selyem
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1/28/2024 - colima wrote: 92 Points
given as gift
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12/3/2023 - super007 Likes this wine: 94 Points
Delicious, lot of concentrated fruit right now. Dark cherry with cola as others have noted. Rich but supple fruit, even cherry jam in the concentration. The tannin is non existent almost.
This is really good. Very cherry fruit driven, not a spicy or earthy pinot. Incredibly approachable.
Alcohol is not distracting or present - incorporated really well.
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11/1/2023 - JM_MadTown Likes this wine: 94 Points
This is a beautiful, full-bodied, delicious pinot noir! It has luscious dark red fruit, including cherries, raspberries, and some dark cherry cola. Good acidity, full and round, plus a long finish.
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8/23/2023 - hmannoe Likes this wine: 95 Points
Just spectacular. Wonderful mouthfeel with dark cherry cola and raspberries. Decadent and delicious.
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1/13/2023 - JM_MadTown Likes this wine: 93 Points
As others have mentioned, this is a silky smooth, medium bodied pinot noir with lots of cherry fruit. Very delicious.
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1/9/2023 - Proof_Of_Life Likes this wine: 94 Points
I am agreeing with DOUGLASAGALE review of 8/20/22.
"Beautiful. Decanted 30 min - silky smooth, medium bodied. Cola and cherry, orange/citrus"
I bought/drank 3 cases of WS 2017 PN. Best of vintage.
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12/24/2022 - Mongo33 Likes this wine: 92 Points
Stellar!
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12/16/2022 - WineGuyFL Likes this wine: 93 Points
I have had an up and down experience over the years with William Selyem PNs. Some are terrific. Some are OK, but not up to the price point. This one is very good and in line with the price......and, on the deep/dark side. The bottle was open for around an hour and a half. It shows as early in its drink window, but is very good right now. Hence, no reason to just let it set......try a bottle.
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9/30/2022 - deezeedoc wrote: 93 Points
Delicious
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8/20/2022 - douglasagale Likes this wine: 94 Points
Beautiful. Decanted 30 min - silky smooth, medium bodied. Cola and cherry, orange/citrus
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8/5/2022 - andysiek wrote: 94 Points
Opened two hours prior to consumption and it was drinking really well quickly. Classic WS in all the right ways - cherry cola, touch of earthy flavors, and silky texture with medium finish. Exactly what you hope for from them.
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7/16/2022 - Ridavids Likes this wine:
Well rounded with a mix of earth dark wood notes, gentle almost flowery fragrance. A nice well portioned pinot with a gentle hand. Delicious and refreshing in taste.
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7/3/2022 - wthad4 Likes this wine: 94 Points
Such a outstanding wine from WS! Gave it 30 minutes before consuming but you could tell when the bottle was opened it was going to be delicious! Wonderful full body with solid red fruits and cola flavors. Silky smooth with a lovely finish that lingers just long enough. Possibly the best wine I’ve had from this producer. Hopefully newer vintages will develop as loveless as this one. Still has plenty of life left but sadly, I’m out of this vintage.
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6/1/2022 - ocwineo Likes this wine: 92 Points
Rich full bodied wine lots of dark berries and medium tannins-wonderful wine
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5/2/2022 - wendyinwlv wrote: 95 Points
Yum, just yum!!
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3/26/2022 - Judastasio Likes this wine: 95 Points
Wonderful
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12/4/2021 - Mneumeier Likes this wine: 91 Points
Solid drink. Will continue to improve.
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11/20/2021 - wendyinwlv wrote: 93 Points
Nice smooth and full bodied.
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11/5/2021 - Rhwinetracker Likes this wine:
Very good as usual.
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10/9/2021 - Twopawsup Likes this wine: 94 Points
Medium ruby color with slow legs. Really nice nose of cherry cola and cedar. Raspberry, cinnamon and orange peel on the palate. Long satiny finish.
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6/29/2021 - SMZ wrote: 93 Points
Terrific, just like the previous bottle….smooth as silk with beautiful berry flavors.
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6/17/2021 - royalscam Likes this wine: 93 Points
Spectacular! Has some upside potential. A special Pinot noir in my book given vintage year.
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5/14/2021 - VAD wrote: 93 Points
Drinking very well right now.
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4/27/2021 - WineCPA wrote: 96 Points
Acidity mellowed out significantly. Secondary flavors of earth and mushroom starting to come though the black cherry. Drink now-2025.
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4/16/2021 - SMZ wrote: 93 Points
Wonderful
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12/25/2020 - daved Likes this wine: 94 Points
Stunning
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11/6/2020 - daved Likes this wine: 93 Points
Yummy and liked by all. Vibrant
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8/22/2020 - PJB06221996 Likes this wine: 93 Points
Great Pinot. One of our favorites
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8/5/2020 - KTelaak_Buffalo Likes this wine: 93 Points
This is quite good. Smooth and enough complexity to bring it all together. Fruits and spice/pepper. Great Pinot.
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8/4/2020 - t_moderne wrote: 92 Points
Opened, poured a taste, and then enjoyed about 30 minutes later (after a slow-ox).
Dark ruby color.
Nose of brown spice, sassafras and cherry.
Wonderful rich red fruit - red cherries and red berries. The brown spice (mace/cinnamon) adds depth and a nice contrast to the fruit.
Sufficient acidity to give the wine lift, but in balance witht he fruit.
Quite enjoyable.
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7/2/2020 - wthad4 Likes this wine: 94 Points
Outstanding wine from William Selyem! Decanted for 45 minutes but not sure it really needed it. Fantastic when the bottle was opened and incredibly delicious when drank with dinner! Very nice, light fruit that doesn’t overwhelm a meal. Can easily be a PnP. Very consistent from the moment it hits your mouth until you consumed the whole swallow. Certainly one of the favorites from this producer! Mouth was so happy during the whole meal. Will hang onto the remaining 2017’s and hopefully the 2018’s age this well.
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1/4/2020 - WineCPA wrote: 94 Points
Earth covered cherry all over the palate. Medium plus acidity. Long life ahead but how do I keep my hands off my laat bottle?
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7/23/2019 - tfharris Likes this wine: 90 Points
Much better on day 3. Needed some time before drinking.
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6/29/2019 - YankeeRobio Likes this wine: 96 Points
Amongst the finest Pinot's I've ever had. Cherry, strawberry, nutmeg, red licorice
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3/31/2019 - Master Jackass Likes this wine: 93 Points
Another great Williams Selyem Pinot. Vivino had this as a 4.6 at $100. Very fruity and smooth. A touch of pepper and raspberries.
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