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| Community Tasting Notes (average 91.1 pts. and median of 91 pts. in 46 notes) - hiding notes with no text | | | Tasted by shaw on 12/21/2016 & rated 94 points: Excellent Pinot right in its prime showing no signs of degradation. Light tannins, mild fruit. Enjoy knowing it could easily last another 7-8 yrs. (1539 views) | | | Tasted by JBVino on 2/18/2012: Excellent pinot... Great balance, length and mouthfeel w a flavor profile of nuance and secondary flavors. Solid balance of old and new world (2911 views) | | | Tasted by Fishboy on 1/2/2012 & rated 91 points: Great Pinot (3053 views) | | | Tasted by thalver on 11/30/2011: meh (2965 views) | | | Tasted by thalver on 11/27/2010: This bottle was shipped by the winery upon release during an October heat wave in a pulp shipper, so it may be somewhat compromised. Color was a medium ruby, perhaps a bricked at the edge, but it did not have a stewed nose nor any indications of seepage on the cork. Reticent nose that did expand slightly with time. This wine exhibited shy fruit, and most of the characteristics alluded to in other notes, but it ws subtle to the point of needing one to search for it. Not rated. (3484 views) | | | Tasted by pjhr on 11/2/2010 & rated 94 points: Another stellar pinot! Wish I had more of the 2004. (2433 views) | | | Tasted by Screameagle on 10/26/2010 & rated 92 points: I opened this after reading a previous posters positive note. He was right this wine is definitely in it's prime and showing extremely well just wish I had a few bottles in my cellar. (1619 views) | | | Tasted by xwine on 8/30/2009: Black cherries and spice on the nose, which developed very nicely over the course of a couple of hours; strong note of alcohol detracts. Palate is rich, nicely balanced, showing bright cherry fruit, and the alcohol is held in check (unlike the nose). Very Russian River. Nice wine, which gained complexity and interest as it opened up. The only nit is the noticeable alcohol on the nose. (1972 views) | | | Tasted by pjhr on 6/19/2009 & rated 93 points: Similar notes to previous bottle. (1974 views) | | | Tasted by DougLee on 4/26/2009 & rated 90 points: Dark ruby. Nose of fennel, thyme, bing cherry, mountain flowers. Gooseberry and black cherry flavors layering on the palate with a very nice finish, reasonable acidity and moderated tannins. Astringent after about 3 hours. Young yet, but an excellent effort. (2024 views) | | | Tasted by simba-mk@cox.net on 3/25/2009 & rated 91 points: delicious! (2308 views) | | | Tasted by Haltermr on 3/18/2009 & rated 92 points: Very light in color. Dried leaves and herbs, cinnamon, cherries, paraffin, cloves, some tea. Light and lively on the palate, seems fairly low alcohol. This is what pinot should be about. Beautiful full flavors on nose and palate without heaviness or sap. (2138 views) | | | Tasted by Ki Punwar on 3/14/2009 & rated 90 points: Light bodied but wonderful aromas of cherries and red fruit, long aftertase with no heat at all. Very pleasant (2169 views) | | | Tasted by orcharddude22 on 2/26/2009 & rated 91 points: Beautiful nose of allspice, cranberries, loam and cola. Crisp acidity with tart tastes of iron, strawberries, cherries and spice. Last bottle, very distinctive nose. (2156 views) | | | Tasted by Alex G. on 10/30/2008: Reasonable balance (especially for a Cali pinot), but lacks the depth of Savoy. Pass (2332 views) | | | Tasted by dbkitc on 10/14/2008 & rated 89 points: Beautiful and quite balanced – showing a mixture of red and black fruits. Nice grip though missing a touch in the middle. (89) (2244 views) | | | Tasted by orcharddude22 on 7/30/2008 & rated 93 points: Needs substantial air to reveal it's true colors. Serious nose of allspice, cherries and forest funk. Serious nose!!! A little less subtle pinot than the Savoy, tatses a bit more like a Central coast offering. Smooth mouth with tastes of cola, cinammon, and red fruits mixed with a bit of shitake. I think this will last a long time. actually more open on the second night. (2353 views) | | | Tasted by pjhr on 6/13/2008 & rated 94 points: Absolutely delicious! Incredible texture and balance! Succulent red cherry and raspberries on the nose and palate with floral and earthy notes with a silky finish. (2429 views) | | | Tasted by CBurbank on 5/12/2008 & rated 91 points: Explosive spicy raspberry nose with forest floor notes. Excitement continues on the palate with exceptional balance and additional notes of nutmeg and cinnamon. Very rich but framed well by the acid. I thoroughly enjoyed this with Grilled Chicken and Panzanella Salad! (2558 views) | | | Tasted by jaimetown on 4/21/2008 & rated 91 points: Really explosive aromas of strawberries and dark cherries jump out from the glass. Showcasing a lot of breadth on the palate, the wine is generous, lush and as flamboyant as you'll see a R-C wine. Delicious. (2620 views) | | | Tasted by E on 4/18/2008 flawed bottle: CORKED (2610 views) | | | Tasted by xwine on 2/29/2008: Shows some spice on opening, and otherwise fairly tight; then after an hour or so it blossoms. Develops creamy red raspberry, balanced with somewhat juicy acidity. Lush, yet elegant. Very nice wine. Will be interesting to see what it does with another year or two of age. (2709 views) | | | Tasted by jbaron on 1/24/2008 & rated 90 points: Opens tight; settles down after about an hour, and then gets tight again. During the supple period, it's got a very nice nose and mouth, if a bit "Russian River" for me. Broad, supple red fruit with a bit of earth and candy, slightly musty, long length. A nice bottle, even if it doesn't flip my lid like the coastal pinots. (2780 views) | | | Tasted by zheem on 1/13/2008: Still very tight during the first hour open. Very wonderful aroma, but flavors remain coarse. (Addendum--I found this bottle in the fridge, about half full, with a cork in it, and all coarseness had gone away. The fruit was still present, the body was full-overall better than I had remembered when I made this note TWO WEEKS earlier! Make your own guesses about what this means for aging this wine.) (2864 views) | | | Tasted by DFC on 12/3/2007 & rated 91 points: Double decanted and poured, and then consumed over 5 hours. Medium-bodied wine that is medium ruby in color. On the nose, black cherries, forest floor, and light smoke. On the palate, pomegranate, strawberries, citrus, and x-mas spice on the very long 30-40 second finish. The balance and structure are good, but the acidity is a bit tart. (2844 views) | | | Only displaying the 25 most recent notes - click to see all notes for this wine... |
| Radio-Coteau 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.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 CountyRussian River Valley Russian River Valley Winegrowers Association | Wikipedia |
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