There was concern this might be past it's prime. Fear not! It was in the window of maximum drinkability. Nice nose, good fruit that was layered , and a long medium finish that was so enjoyable. My last bottle--but it was quite the star!
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Brought to drink at Oinoscent during service, tasted almost 1hr after -/- Tasted in Riedel Degustazione glass The wine shows beautiful lively color In the nose the wine shows a fascinating attractive perfume, decadent, floral notes, high intensity, ripe red fruits, cherries, sweet spices, thin oak frame. In the palate, the wine shows fresh profile, a touch elevated acidity, warmth (14.70%), medium body, ripe raspberries/cherries, cinnamon candy, clove, still showing tannins with long finish - Transfered in Riedel Performance Pinot Noir - In the nose the wine shows a heartier, sous bois, spicy profile. The fruit feels darker and riper too. There is a hint of whole cluster herbal bitterness. With more time, you also get a fresher raspberry note. In the palate, the wine shows its glory. The fruit is again darker, the tannins are more evident, its far more savoury and spicier. It shows more body, more "whole cluster" character, long finish. Outstanding quality, would keep it for more
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Enjoyed with 2013 and 2014 KB RRV over Thanksgiving celebration. This 08 was in a different league given age although all are typically great Pinots. Vanilla, cola, red fruit combined with minerality and a floral nose. wonderful finish. Drinking beautifully.
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8/25/2023 - jroberts86 Likes this wine: 92 Points
There was concern this might be past it's prime. Fear not! It was in the window of maximum drinkability. Nice nose, good fruit that was layered , and a long medium finish that was so enjoyable. My last bottle--but it was quite the star!
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5/29/2023 - gudetama Likes this wine: 91 Points
Fantastic bottle. Still going very strong. Great color and fruit for being 15 years old.
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12/2/2022 - kostaslonis Likes this wine:
Brought to drink at Oinoscent during service, tasted almost 1hr after
-/-
Tasted in Riedel Degustazione glass
The wine shows beautiful lively color
In the nose the wine shows a fascinating attractive perfume, decadent, floral notes, high intensity, ripe red fruits, cherries, sweet spices, thin oak frame.
In the palate, the wine shows fresh profile, a touch elevated acidity, warmth (14.70%), medium body, ripe raspberries/cherries, cinnamon candy, clove, still showing tannins with long finish
- Transfered in Riedel Performance Pinot Noir -
In the nose the wine shows a heartier, sous bois, spicy profile. The fruit feels darker and riper too. There is a hint of whole cluster herbal bitterness. With more time, you also get a fresher raspberry note.
In the palate, the wine shows its glory. The fruit is again darker, the tannins are more evident, its far more savoury and spicier. It shows more body, more "whole cluster" character, long finish.
Outstanding quality, would keep it for more
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7/31/2022 - jlgnml wrote: 94 Points
Brilliant color for the age. Really delightful and delicious. Wish I had more. Drink
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11/25/2021 - tgkswine Likes this wine: 95 Points
Enjoyed with 2013 and 2014 KB RRV over Thanksgiving celebration. This 08 was in a different league given age although all are typically great Pinots.
Vanilla, cola, red fruit combined with minerality and a floral nose. wonderful finish. Drinking beautifully.
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