Pale ruby in the glass. Nose of smoky cherry, pinecone. Taste - full flavoured, of red cherries and cranberry, well integrated tannin and some spice. Young yet enticing, I’d order more.
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Rich and fully extracted this had flavours of black cherry infused with chestnuts and spice. It had a polished texture developing dark chocolate on the finish. Although the use of oak is apparent it has provided spice and is now fairly integrated. Compared to a classic red Burgundy, I found this rather atypical, but judging this on its own merit, not dislikeable. Would I buy a bottle, the answer is no, but then again, I wouldn’t refuse a glass. CHP 87 pts
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Haunting aromas of cherry, woodsmoke, pine. Sweet. Evocative, romantic, deeply seductive. Hypnotic. A fellow taster says it shouldn’t really be aged - it’s at its peak now. Hmm! I can easily disagree with that, but he might have a point. I love this, it’s gorgeous.
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Pale ruby color. Expressive nose with raspberries, menthol, hints of oak. Good structure. Nice acidity, quite primary with red cherries more than raspberries; menthol, oak - tannins are not intrusive and sort of grainy; I tasted some spice there - alcohol is a tad hot but nothing bad and I think some air would have mellowed that. A decent Pinot Noir from Sta Rita Hills - since I was in the area I thought I’d try something local. I am sure it would be better with food than on its own but not a bad wine at all.
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Interesting depth on the nose, typical of this Fess Parker Pinot in other years. But on the palate, it's a bit disjointed and raw. A drinkable, food friendly wine, but falls short of previous efforts.
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This is terrific. Fresh, spicy, refined, tart, cherry fruit, a good degree of acidity, Coca Cola like, in a Pataille/Burgundy style. Lots going on with this and great balance.
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On the darker side of the color spectrum. Concentrated fruit flavors of cherry and cranberry. Spicy and earthy palate and nose. Super easy drinking now without being a boring one note wine. Drink or hold short term.
Good QPR for what I paid. Low enough to put it in the daily drinker price range.
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Aromas of red fruits and spice. Light to medium bodied and dry. The palate features notes of strawberry, cherry, cranberry, raspberry, baking spices, vanilla, and earth. Smooth, fruit forward, and easy drinking. This wine would pair well with just about anything. I paired it with charcuterie on Christmas Eve. Excellent QPR. Will definitely buy again. Acid medium, tannins low+, alcohol medium+
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3/3/2024 - EdKz@comcast.net Does not like this wine: 82 Points
Overwhelming Dark fruit flavors, tannins, and acids. I never would have guessed this was a pinot noir.
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11/26/2023 - Cheesybee Likes this wine: 90 Points
Pale ruby in the glass. Nose of smoky cherry, pinecone. Taste - full flavoured, of red cherries and cranberry, well integrated tannin and some spice. Young yet enticing, I’d order more.
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8/15/2023 - foyfrcs Likes this wine: 88 Points
Medium ruby.
Black cherries nose/palate.
Good wine, although I prefer the Parker Station Pinot Noir from the same producer.
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11/29/2022 - platpeeps Likes this wine: 87 Points
Rich and fully extracted this had flavours of black cherry infused with chestnuts and spice. It had a polished texture developing dark chocolate on the finish. Although the use of oak is apparent it has provided spice and is now fairly integrated.
Compared to a classic red Burgundy, I found this rather atypical, but judging this on its own merit, not dislikeable. Would I buy a bottle, the answer is no, but then again, I wouldn’t refuse a glass. CHP 87 pts
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10/19/2022 - ricard Likes this wine: 94 Points
Haunting aromas of cherry, woodsmoke, pine. Sweet. Evocative, romantic, deeply seductive. Hypnotic. A fellow taster says it shouldn’t really be aged - it’s at its peak now. Hmm! I can easily disagree with that, but he might have a point. I love this, it’s gorgeous.
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9/2/2022 - Condrieu82 wrote: 87 Points
Pale ruby color. Expressive nose with raspberries, menthol, hints of oak. Good structure. Nice acidity, quite primary with red cherries more than raspberries; menthol, oak - tannins are not intrusive and sort of grainy; I tasted some spice there - alcohol is a tad hot but nothing bad and I think some air would have mellowed that. A decent Pinot Noir from Sta Rita Hills - since I was in the area I thought I’d try something local. I am sure it would be better with food than on its own but not a bad wine at all.
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8/13/2022 - snarfglk Likes this wine: 90 Points
solid 90, well done
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7/2/2022 - snarfglk Likes this wine: 90 Points
solid 90, nice
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7/1/2022 - PackersMakeMeDrink Likes this wine: 91 Points
There should be a "Love It" button for this one. Sooooo good. Cheers!
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5/19/2022 - LeChapeau wrote: 88 Points
Interesting depth on the nose, typical of this Fess Parker Pinot in other years. But on the palate, it's a bit disjointed and raw. A drinkable, food friendly wine, but falls short of previous efforts.
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5/8/2022 - Eagletaster wrote: 95 Points
Very tasty perfect with bbq and pulled pork
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4/29/2022 - snarfglk Likes this wine: 90 Points
89+ - 90, real nice
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4/15/2022 - Templeton100 Likes this wine: 90 Points
This is terrific. Fresh, spicy, refined, tart, cherry fruit, a good degree of acidity, Coca Cola like, in a Pataille/Burgundy style. Lots going on with this and great balance.
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4/1/2022 - PackersMakeMeDrink Likes this wine: 90 Points
This wine is sooooooooooo good. From start. To finish. Heaven. Cheers!
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3/1/2022 - PackersMakeMeDrink Likes this wine: 90 Points
Love this wine. Cheers!
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12/27/2021 - WineKnut Likes this wine: 90 Points
On the darker side of the color spectrum. Concentrated fruit flavors of cherry and cranberry. Spicy and earthy palate and nose. Super easy drinking now without being a boring one note wine. Drink or hold short term.
Good QPR for what I paid. Low enough to put it in the daily drinker price range.
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12/24/2021 - Stephen.Somm Likes this wine: 90 Points
Aromas of red fruits and spice. Light to medium bodied and dry. The palate features notes of strawberry, cherry, cranberry, raspberry, baking spices, vanilla, and earth. Smooth, fruit forward, and easy drinking. This wine would pair well with just about anything. I paired it with charcuterie on Christmas Eve. Excellent QPR. Will definitely buy again. Acid medium, tannins low+, alcohol medium+
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12/5/2021 - curtex Likes this wine: 88 Points
A good pinot for the price point. Leather is the predominant note on the nose and palate. Accompanied by pepper and spice.
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12/3/2021 - PackersMakeMeDrink Likes this wine: 91 Points
Love the pinots, but this one was especially good. And I still have 2 more bottles to drink! Cheers!
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3/5/2021 - Ejay21 Likes this wine: 75 Points
Lovely deep red color. Very cranberry forward. Enjoyed with pizza!!
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