2020 Pyramid Valley Pinot Noir Earth Smoke

Community Tasting Notes (6) Avg Score: 92.3 points

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  3/1/2024 - vvWine.ch wrote: 93 Points

  Frische Nase, viel reife Frucht, auch würzige Noten, subtiler Holzeinsatz, florale Töne, darunter mineralische Anklänge, ein wunderschöner Duft. Im Gaumen klar und rein wie ein Bergbach, ein Wein mit viel Charme und einer sehr guten Struktur, lebhaft, frisch, mit viel reifer, roter Beerenfrucht und einem krautig-würzigen Finale. Sehr schöner Stil, hält mit manchem 1er Cru aus dem Burgund mit.

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  9/5/2023 - Collector1855 wrote: 93 Points

  During a walkabout tasting, so only brief impressions. Lovely discovery here. The Pyramid Valley wines were delightful, translucent red color, very light on the palate too, much lighter than the Felton Road or Bell Hill wines for example, Volnay style really. The Angel flower was floral and ethereal (91pt) while the earth smoke (93pt) was a step up in palate presence and richness as well as complexity, more Morey.

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  8/25/2023 - gparker777 Likes this wine: 91 Points

  Immediately standing out is the incredibly vivid red strawberry hue in the glass. The aroma is distinct, characterized primarily by pronounced raspberry notes. Its straightforward profile is a testament to the wine's purity, capturing the essence of its name with subtle earthy undertones.

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  12/12/2022 - JensAgo Likes this wine: 92 Points

  First time with this charming, ethereal cuvée from Pyramid Valley Vineyards, NZ. Lustrous medium ruby/red, persistently cloudy in appearance. Finely perfumed and youthful on the nose with - oh yes - smoke and earth, lively sour-cherry and wild raspberries. Lots of refreshing acidity, light to medium-bodied palate, not a lot of depth but rather enjoyable and ethereal in a silky style. Fair brightness and tension throughout, spicy and savoury. Interesting soft personality and expression. Ends on a fruit-driven note!

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  12/3/2022 - FrbC Likes this wine: 91 Points

  Smooth and juicy. First glass you get cold climate fruit (dark cherries), earthiness, a little bit of smoke, some barnyard notes, spiciness and some floral notes. With some air and a little bit warmer you also get sweet-ish strawberry and some oak. Dry with medium+ acidity. Nice long finish.

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