Bright, medium-dark ruby with a purple hue. Initial funky aromas quickly blow off to reveal a rich dark fruit nose. Take just enough to coat the tongue and you will be rewarded with pure sour cherry; take a good sip and you will be knocked over with concentrated dark fruit, mouth-smacking asian spices and enough acidity to carry it across the line for a medium-long finish. Medium bodied, with dusty tannins on the finish.
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Pretty nice pinot. The characteristics of the '03 vintage obviously shine through in the wine's deep color and rich palate. Raspberries, cherries, and spice with a little bit of funk emerging after time in the glass. I was surprised at the depth of flavors and the moderately long finish. I find this to be a nice value for $20ish.
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4/27/2007 - jerhardt wrote: 88 Points
Consistent with prior notes; pretty good for a $20 pinot.
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8/15/2006 - PeterC wrote: 90 Points
Bright, medium-dark ruby with a purple hue. Initial funky aromas quickly blow off to reveal a rich dark fruit nose. Take just enough to coat the tongue and you will be rewarded with pure sour cherry; take a good sip and you will be knocked over with concentrated dark fruit, mouth-smacking asian spices and enough acidity to carry it across the line for a medium-long finish. Medium bodied, with dusty tannins on the finish.
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8/30/2005 - jerhardt wrote: 89 Points
Pretty nice pinot. The characteristics of the '03 vintage obviously shine through in the wine's deep color and rich palate. Raspberries, cherries, and spice with a little bit of funk emerging after time in the glass. I was surprised at the depth of flavors and the moderately long finish. I find this to be a nice value for $20ish.
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