Opened a 1996 David Bruce Russian River Pinot tonight. Perfect cork. The wine pours a deep color. On PnP, the nose screams oak and the palate is full of cedar. With some time in the glass, fruit enters the mix. 13% alcohol but seems richer. No way anyone would say that this is a 25 year old wine if served blind. Served not only in honor of David Bruce but special since our daughter is home from abroad. If she had been a boy, her name would have been David Bruce (two of the grandfather’s names). RIP David Bruce.
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Pleasantly surprised for a '96 Pinot! Nice nose of cherry, and very soft on the palate. Mild flavor that faded very quickly. Easy to drink, but had no finish, but hey it's 20+ yrs old!!
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5/4/2021 - PSUSteve Likes this wine: 92 Points
Opened a 1996 David Bruce Russian River Pinot tonight. Perfect cork. The wine pours a deep color. On PnP, the nose screams oak and the palate is full of cedar. With some time in the glass, fruit enters the mix. 13% alcohol but seems richer. No way anyone would say that this is a 25 year old wine if served blind. Served not only in honor of David Bruce but special since our daughter is home from abroad. If she had been a boy, her name would have been David Bruce (two of the grandfather’s names). RIP David Bruce.
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9/1/2017 - PMJak11 wrote: 87 Points
Pleasantly surprised for a '96 Pinot! Nice nose of cherry, and very soft on the palate. Mild flavor that faded very quickly. Easy to drink, but had no finish, but hey it's 20+ yrs old!!
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7/8/2015 - PSUSteve wrote: 91 Points
Via Coravin - Amazing color with limited bricking. Would have never guessed a 19 year old Pinot if blind. Nice dark fruit and spice.
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6/3/1999 - Carniolan wrote: 82 Points
very intense Syrah aroma, sharp tannins, little fruit
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