Vivid ruby-red, with great clarity. Black cherry, red raspberry, candied rose, and Asian spice. Beautifully balanced. Better than many a Chambolle. Reminds me of a great Giacosa Barbaresco, oddly enough.
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Winner. I never give scores this high. Tasted at winery in 2016, bought a bottle with no idea it would blossom into a sublime pinot. Stored at 55 since purchase. Decanted 30 minutes. Paired w/ thyme roasted chicken. How do I say this? It's not a screamer. Nothing shouts out. It is balanced to perfection. Harmonious fruit, acidity, tannin, mouth feel. If there's one unique point: a dark silkiness coats and thrills the palate. Of course I just had the 1 bottle. Isn't that always the case? Too bad Patty couldn't taste this at its peak.
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1/9/2023 - ruffsurf Likes this wine: 94 Points
3rd bottle. Consistent notes. Dark color and fruit. Thrilling nose. Long finish. Home run.
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3/6/2021 - M.Batard wrote: 94 Points
Vivid ruby-red, with great clarity. Black cherry, red raspberry, candied rose, and Asian spice. Beautifully balanced. Better than many a Chambolle. Reminds me of a great Giacosa Barbaresco, oddly enough.
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12/31/2020 - ruffsurf Likes this wine: 95 Points
Winner. I never give scores this high. Tasted at winery in 2016, bought a bottle with no idea it would blossom into a sublime pinot. Stored at 55 since purchase. Decanted 30 minutes. Paired w/ thyme roasted chicken. How do I say this? It's not a screamer. Nothing shouts out. It is balanced to perfection. Harmonious fruit, acidity, tannin, mouth feel. If there's one unique point: a dark silkiness coats and thrills the palate. Of course I just had the 1 bottle. Isn't that always the case? Too bad Patty couldn't taste this at its peak.
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