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Sommelier Journal
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By Randy Caparoso
(Balletto Pinot Noir, Russian River Valley) It’s not difficult to find an American Pinot Noir that you can list for less than $40, but it’s nearly impossible to find one that tastes like Pinot Noir. Balletto dedicates more than 90% of its plantings (some 390 acres in all) to moderately priced wines. Exemplifying the style of Pinot Noir grown at the coldest, southernmost end of the Russian River Valley, this version has a beautifully bright, luscious, focused nose of fresh-crushed raspberry and cherry with cardamom and star-anise spices. On the palate, soft tannins support long, lush, jammy impressions unfettered by oak tannin or toast: lively in the center, crisp on the finish. Hot Picks
April 30, 2010, (See more on Sommelier Journal...)
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By Richard Jennings
(Balletto Vineyards Pinot Noir) Barrel sample - spicy cherry nose; tart cherry palate; short-medium finish 87-89 pts.
3/8/2009, (See more on RJonWine.com...) 87 points
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Wine Definition
- Vintage2008
- TypeRed
- ProducerBalletto Vineyards
- VarietyPinot Noir
- Designationn/a
- Vineyardn/a
- CountryUSA
- RegionCalifornia
- SubRegionSonoma County
- AppellationRussian River Valley
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- UPC/EAN Code826498081150
7/10/2018 - Mooney1184 Likes this wine: 78 Points
Fantastic PN. Not really a PN fan but the fruit and age on this Pinot was amazing. Highly recommend buying this with age or waiting. If you have this vintage drink now for a good balance between fruit and Earth.
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5/10/2012 - dlstrauss wrote: 92 Points
Very solid effort. Nice fruit and pinot profile. PnP with long finish.
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