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| Community Tasting Notes (average 92.3 pts. and median of 92 pts. in 46 notes) - hiding notes with no text | | | Tasted by Goofienewfy on 3/3/2024 & rated 96 points: Excellent Pinot. Cola nose all the way. Strawberry here too. Taste is medium bodied. Lingering finish. Great wine. (308 views) | | | Tasted by Beezc on 2/11/2024 & rated 95 points: Just beautiful. (296 views) | | | Tasted by Oldmanzin on 11/18/2022 & rated 94 points: Bright, exuberant and layered. This Pinot Noir is delightful in every way. It has the “X” factor that I seek in a wine. It is bold, b7t everything is in the right place. Give it three to five years in the cellar and it will be magnificent. Great juice. (863 views) | | | Tasted by UofM on 6/1/2022 & rated 92 points: Another well put together PN from WS. Nice bright fruits - cherry, with some subtle hints of eucalyptus and pencil shavings. Acidity was well balanced - wonderful sipper. (884 views) | | | Tasted by Jonathan T on 1/31/2022 & rated 94 points: I've always had a soft spot for the Coastlands Vineyard from Williams Selyem. Never the most flashy, but always consistently beautiful from vintage to vintage. The 2014 is exactly how I expected it to be. A pinot noir for pinot noir drinkers. May not have the depth or complexity of some of other pinots in this category, but I couldn't stop sipping it, and it made me happy. (1133 views) | | | Tasted by Wine_Poobah on 11/24/2021 & rated 98 points: Aroma: Deep, rich red fruit (cherry, red currant) with plenty of Pinot Noir essence and lots of spice and earth. Also secondary notes of dried flowers, licorice, and pastries? Extremely complex, with just a hint of age starting to show.
Taste: Ripe red cherry, earthy red currant, pomegranate, and an electric lemon peel finish. Subtle secondary notes of nutmeg, almonds, baking spice and maybe a little pepper too. Extremely complex flavor and a very long finish.
A real stunner with tons of life left. The chalky /dusty earthy essence is just fantastic. Drink or hold. (985 views) | | | Tasted by Rgentile on 8/14/2021 & rated 91 points: Eye: purple but not opaque
Nose: blue and purple fruits, little wood and a sense of stems
Palate: plums, orange peel, integrated tannins and low to medium acidity.
Overall this was a nice wine but I don’t sense the structure needed for more aging. Also very low qpr here so definitely paying a premium for the name. I’d say drink up and enjoy now. (1160 views) | | | Tasted by John Dunlap on 7/29/2021 & rated 94 points: Quick taste, but fortunately, I had a bit more time to analyze this Coastlands vintage. From an impeccable cellar. This wine is signing! Really lovely. Very nice red color and a palate of bright flavors, which I found surprising as I thought the flavor profile might be one of darker fruits; however, that was only my first impression. With time, notes of iron, chocolate/raspberry, and a bit of brown sugar richness appear -- so these dark notes are for real. A good amount of pinot grip and tannin. Lovely finish with good acidity and just a touch of citrus. This wine is in the zone. Alcohol 13.3 percent, which provides a nice foundation. Enjoy. (1182 views) | | | Tasted by StraightnoChaser on 5/15/2021 & rated 93 points: This is what I consider to be the second-tier of the WS lineup, first-tier being Estate, Block 10, and Morning Dew (I haven't opened the Lewis MacGregor yet).
The nose is more on the black n blue spectrum with a bit of oak.
I am biased in that my favorite flavor profile is Real Sonoma Coast (Occidental), and Coastlands hits the mark with a mouthful of red/blue/black fruits and pronounced earthiness in a medium body and acidity that went well with seasoned pork chops. (982 views) | | | Tasted by ewsds on 5/7/2020 & rated 93 points: Savory red and blue fruits, surrounded by ample structure and a beautiful finish. Drinking well now with a brief decant, but has the stuffing to age further for 2-3 years. Very nice. (1434 views) | | | Tasted by dlduchon on 4/15/2020 & rated 70 points: Overripe, over extracted, with bizarre flavors for Pinot. Tasted along with an Oregon Pinot that was a balanced style. Hard to drink. I am clearly in the minority here. I would never guess that this is Pinot. Yuck. (1059 views) | | | Tasted by Djfermentation on 2/23/2020 & rated 95 points: I really appreciated this WS Pinot, perhaps a hair more than any other WS in recent memory.... meaning it was really enjoyable. Coravined some to pair with Salmon, which showed great. Later opened and decanted to pair with braised lamb chops with a garlic white bean purée, and Malbec reduction sauce. This time perhaps even better. Strawberries on the nose with a faint tangerine streak. Darker cherries and a bit of plum on the palate. Solid balance and acidity and life ahead but a fine drink right now. (1095 views) | | | Tasted by SMZ on 2/11/2020 & rated 90 points: Not my favorite WS wine (1159 views) | | | Tasted by daveste on 2/8/2020 & rated 92 points: Needs air to show well. Dumb after opening, kept a couple of days (vacuum pump) and then it was superb. Should keep for a few years, but my only bottle (sniff). (993 views) | | | Tasted by msuwine on 10/31/2019 & rated 94 points: This rich and grainy Pinot is not as candied as previous Coastland vintages, and it offers an up-front, though lean, profile that is quite enjoyable. Cherry red in color; medium in body; nose of sour cherry, dried strawberry, and menthol. Tastes of ripe raspberry, pomegranate, straw, and fresh-ground pepper, with a round and sour finish that lingers pleasantly. 13.3% alcohol. This bested a 2014 Rhys Alpine, which seemed more reticent and less welcoming. 93-94 for now. Drink in 2020 or later. (2475 views) | | | Tasted by KSWinegeek on 4/24/2019 & rated 91 points: Dark in color. Fruit forward with red fruit flavors. (1250 views) | | | Tasted by Hoppert on 4/20/2019 & rated 93 points: Paired this against the 2013 last night. This vintage is richer and darker. There are minerals, dark cherries and deep red fruits present, more so than the 2013. This is a much better vintage and will last much longer in the bottle than the 2013. While both years have the same underpinning, the 2014 is a more complex wine with a much more refined structure. A truly superb wine. (1148 views) | | | Tasted by Deepdrop on 2/6/2019 & rated 95 points: A really good one from WS. Pure dark fruit, spice and minerality with a zesty and long finish. This one has the depth and structure to last and to improve over time. (1331 views) | | | Tasted by RonT on 12/3/2018 & rated 92 points: Brought last night to a party and only got 1 glass, but it was a great glass of wine. Some notes of dark cherry, cola and a light earthiness. Could use more time. (1347 views) | | | Tasted by Twopawsup on 6/23/2018 & rated 93 points: Pale ruby color with slow legs. Aromas of cedar, orange peel and floral notes. Cola, cinnamon and raspberry on the palate. Medium bodied with silky finish. Should improve with age. (1665 views) | | | Tasted by JS199 on 6/2/2018 & rated 93 points: Impressive. Lots of potential but way too young. 92 today and probably 94 in 5+ years. Thanks W. (1415 views) | | | Tasted by Yurkovich on 5/5/2018 & rated 92 points: Very good and enjoyable. A bit too much citrus for my personal preference but very unique wine. (1481 views) | | | Tasted by NAS on 5/4/2018 & rated 95 points: Delicious. Roast a chicken on the grill and don’t overthink it. (1333 views) | | | Tasted by Gr8penut on 12/16/2017 & rated 98 points: #6 of 100 Wine Enthusiast 2017 (1600 views) | | | Tasted by jkvedar on 11/9/2017 & rated 92 points: Earthy, but with orange/flowers on the nose. Beautiful acidity on the palate. Multiple layers of flavor. Cranberry, pomegranate and cherry on the finish. I️ popped and poured. Seems ready to go now, to me. (1365 views) | | | Only displaying the 25 most recent notes - click to see all notes for this wine... |
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| Williams Selyem Producer websitePinot Noir Varietal character (Appellation America) | Varietal article (Wikipedia)
Pinot Noir is the Noble red grape of Burgundy, capable of ripening in a cooler climate, which Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot will not reliably do. It is unpredictable and difficult both to grow and to vinify, but results in some of the finest reds in the world. It is believed to have been selected from wild vines two thousand years ago. It is also used in the production of champagne. In fact, more Pinot Noir goes into Champagne than is used in all of the Cote d'Or! It is also grown in Alsace, Jura, Germany, the U.S., Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Romania, Switzerland, Austria, Croatia, Serbia, Italy, and so forth, with varying degrees of success.
Pinot Noir is one of the world's most prestigious grapes. It is very difficult to grow and thrives well in France, especially in Champagne and Burgundy. Pinot Noir thrives less in hot areas, is picky on soil, and deserves some oak storage.
Pinot Noir, or Blauburgunder / Spätburgunder in German, is a blue grapevine - and, as the German name suggests, the grape comes originally from Burgundy in France.
The grape, which thrives in calcareous soils, is used primarily for the production of red wine, and it is widely regarded as producing some of the best wines in the world. The wine style is often medium-bodied with high fruit acidity and soft tannins. It can be quite peculiar in fragrance and taste, and not least in structure - which may be why it is referred to as "The Grapes Ballerina".
Pinot Noir is also an important ingredient in sparkling wines, not least in champagne since it is fruity, has good acidity and contains relatively little tannins.
The grape is considered quite demanding to grow. The class itself consists of tightly packed grapes, which makes it more sensitive to rot and other diseases.
Pinot Noir changes quite easily and is genetically unstable. It buds and matures early which results in it often being well ripened. Climate is important for this type of grape. It likes best in cool climates - in warm climates the wines can be relaxed and slightly pickled.
In cooler climates, the wine can get a hint of cabbage and wet leaves, while in slightly warmer regions we often find notes of red berries (cherries, strawberries, raspberries, currants), roses and slightly green notes when the wine is young. With age, more complex aromas of forest floor, fungi and meat emerge.
In Germany, Switzerland, Austria and Hungary, it often produces light wines with less character. However, it has produced very good results in California, Oregon and New Zealand.
With its soft tannins and delicate aroma, it is excellent for white fish, chicken and light meat. For the stored wines you can serve small game. Classic duck breast is a matter of course, a Boeuf Burgundy and Pinot Noir are pure happiness.
Pinot Noir loses quality by over-harvesting.
Pinot Noir is prone to diseases, especially rot and mildew. Viruses cause major problems especially in Burgundy.
Pinot Noir are large round grapes with thin skins. Relatively high in alcohol content. Medium rich tannins and good with acid.
As a young person, Pinot Noir has a distinctly fruity character such as raspberries, cherries and strawberries.
A mature Pinot Noir, the taste is different. Cherry goes into plum and prune flavors. It smells of rotten leaves, coffee, moist forest floor and animal wine. This must be experienced.
In warm climates you find boiled plum, some rustic, little acid.
If the grapes are over-grown, the wine will be thin, with little color and flavor.Coastlands VineyardCoastlands Vineyard is located at an elevation of 1,150 feet on a mountain ridge above the Pacific Ocean, four miles from Occidental. At this elevation, coastal breezes, not fog, are responsible for Coastlands Vineyard’s cool evenings and moderate daytime temperatures.USAAmerican wine has been produced since the 1500s, with the first widespread production beginning in New Mexico in 1628. Today, wine production is undertaken in all fifty states, with California producing 84% of all U.S. wine. The continent of North America is home to several native species of grape, including Vitis labrusca, Vitis riparia, Vitis rotundifolia, and Vitis vulpina, but the wine-making industry is based almost entirely on the cultivation of the European Vitis vinifera, which was introduced by European settlers. With more than 1,100,000 acres (4,500 km2) under vine, the United States is the fourth-largest wine producing country in the world, after Italy, Spain, and France.California2021 vintage: "Unlike almost all other areas of the state, the Russian River Valley had higher than normal crops in 2021, which has made for a wine of greater generosity and fruit forwardness than some of its stablemates." - Morgan Twain-Peterson Sonoma CountyMendocino CountySonoma Coast * Sonoma Coast AVA (Wikipedia)
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