2009 Byron Pinot Noir

Community Tasting Notes (27) Avg Score: 87.2 points

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  2/28/2014 - MoserJP Likes this wine: 89 Points

  I was surprised by this wine. The nose had me reeling a bit as I didn't expect to like it this much. It's ripe with cherries, old strawberries, baking spice and smoky campfire. The palate is balanced and structured really well. I could have seen this being a bit tough on release, and I'm glad to be tasting it now. I really like the play between the tannin and acidity. The tannin gently coats the palate while the acid tingles a bit in the finish. It does get a little hot in the finish, but I guess that's just CA Pinot. I've been drinking a lot of 12% Oregon Pinot's lately. This wine has some life ahead of it but I'd say it's in its prime. Drink it.

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  12/6/2013 - dino_mike Likes this wine: 90 Points

  Really great dark berry, strawberry and some cherry cola flavors and an extremely fragrant nose. Some firmness on the finish but still very good balance. Drinks great now.

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  9/8/2013 - Brett and Megan Likes this wine: 82 Points

  aroma: hot, red fruit; taste: tannins, smooth with peppery finish; nice but a bit too hot

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  2/25/2013 - jmcmchi wrote: 88 Points

  nose of cherries, raspberries and a hint of barnyard. Acid on front of tongue with charming bitter cherries in a long smooth finish

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  1/31/2013 - Wink Likes this wine: 90 Points

  Clear ruby. Nose of black cherry, lilac, spice, and vanilla. Ripe medium palate of cherry, strawberry, minerals, and vanilla. Very good length. Refreshing acidity. An extra point for QPR!

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