Noticeably fruity and uniquely rich, in that the wine features more of a light Zinfandel complex, including sarsparilla and wintergreen, than many Calfornia Pinot Noirs that incline toward Syrah. The 15.1 listed abv proudly announces its presence, with a low yet long burn. Technically excellent, given the style, albeit something short of enjoyable.
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This Pinot Noir opened with massive aromas of black and red fruits along with notes of baking spices and a touch of oak. The palate was big and fruit-forward but still nuanced. Flavors of red plum, candied black cherry and raspberry meld with notes of forest floor, spice and a touch of mushroom all wrapped in fresh, round acidity. The palate lingered for close to a minute with continued notes of earth and a touch of dark cherry along with soft tannins.
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Decanted for 60 minutes. Excellent rich cherry notes on the nose and palate with traces of vanilla and a medium body. This pinot's depth, while not bad, did not have the layers of complexity to match the other impressive components of this wine. 90-91.
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10/5/2019 - wiscgrad wrote: 92 Points
really nice new world pinot. heat/alcohol sneaks in a bit, but otherwise a very delicious wine
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12/31/2018 - Motz wrote: 90 Points
Noticeably fruity and uniquely rich, in that the wine features more of a light Zinfandel complex, including sarsparilla and wintergreen, than many Calfornia Pinot Noirs that incline toward Syrah. The 15.1 listed abv proudly announces its presence, with a low yet long burn. Technically excellent, given the style, albeit something short of enjoyable.
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7/28/2018 - Speedmaster wrote:
Excellent.
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9/20/2017 - mas746 Likes this wine: 94 Points
This Pinot Noir opened with massive aromas of black and red fruits along with notes of baking spices and a touch of oak. The palate was big and fruit-forward but still nuanced. Flavors of red plum, candied black cherry and raspberry meld with notes of forest floor, spice and a touch of mushroom all wrapped in fresh, round acidity. The palate lingered for close to a minute with continued notes of earth and a touch of dark cherry along with soft tannins.
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7/15/2017 - westcoastwannabe wrote: 90 Points
Decanted for 60 minutes. Excellent rich cherry notes on the nose and palate with traces of vanilla and a medium body. This pinot's depth, while not bad, did not have the layers of complexity to match the other impressive components of this wine. 90-91.
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