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| Community Tasting Notes (average 90 pts. and median of 90 pts. in 47 notes) - hiding notes with no text | | | Tasted by Winepeter on 1/7/2022 & rated 90 points: Clear and classic pinot noir and really great wine straight from opening and the whole evening. Light berries and very elegant. (1008 views) | | | Tasted by TheWineCRU on 6/6/2021 & rated 84 points: This PN just did not hold up, sour, had to dump the bottle.
Was stored in cooler since receiving it as Wine Club shipment. (1191 views) | | | Tasted by TheWineCRU on 6/6/2021 & rated 86 points: the SM Pinot is right at irs outer limit.
Brownish tint, fruit is very faint, but has not soured as the 2014 Drum Canyon bottles had. (1241 views) | | | Tasted by iamandyc on 1/26/2021 & rated 85 points: This last bottle didn't live up to my prior bottles. This one seemed tired and had no spine or energy on the finish. Nice mature fruit but otherwise kinda blah. (1501 views) | | | Tasted by iamandyc on 10/11/2020 & rated 92 points: Has improved with aging. Gaining more depth and flavor but remaining supple and smooth. Good with all kinds of foods and spice levels. (1547 views) | | | Tasted by iamandyc on 9/2/2020 & rated 91 points: With about an hour of air this deepens and balances very nicely. Light and funky right out of the bottle. Silky with some nice spice and a lively finish. (1090 views) | | | Tasted by redmancge on 7/16/2020: For sure has lost some of its fruity backbone and more secondary notes dominate. While still enjoyable tells me its time to drink up. Was a great QPR up until this last bottle. (882 views) | | | Tasted by ptaylor2112 on 5/31/2020 & rated 90 points: My last, and best, bottle. Fully mature, in my opinion. Sipping in a tulip style glass on a cool, quiet spring Indiana evening. Shows best at 65-66 degrees. At that temp, the nose, front attack, mid-palate, and finish are seamlessly integrated. Super soft tannins, yet a touch of acidity carries through. (950 views) | | | Tasted by buffyst on 3/28/2020 & rated 90 points: Dierberg Vineyard Pinot Noir is the product of low-yielding clones and sandy-loam soils, fourteen miles from the Pacific Ocean. The last -- and best -- of four bottles, the 2014 is bright ruby and medium bodied. I decided to drink mine after reading recent reviews expressing concern regarding its acidity and its longevity. For my bottle these concerns were unwarranted, and I took solace in this fine Pinot Noir from the scenic Santa Maria Valley. The Dierberg needed very little time to open, revealing a nose of clove, freshly-turned earth, dusty cherry and plum. The palate is vibrant with dark cherry, strawberry, and the faintest hint of barnyard, has good mid-palate texture, and a thirst-quenching finish. Wonderful on day one, but lost its finesse on day two. 13.7% abv. (993 views) | | | Tasted by erictayl on 2/3/2020 & rated 87 points: I like my pinots to have a streak of fresh acidity to balance things out and this one did not have it. So "flabby" is the word I'll use to describe it. Otherwise, nice fruit etc. but not my style. (1169 views) | | | Tasted by ptaylor2112 on 1/11/2020 & rated 88 points: Nice, soft, mild Pinot. A bit of barnyard on the initial nose. Ran first glass through an aerator. Everything is well integrated. A little better on day 2 but I think that was due to being served at a cooler temperature (~60 degrees vs ~66 degrees on Day 1). This is wine is at its peak. It was a good buy at $18 from WTSO. (1004 views) | | | Tasted by weinmatt on 7/19/2019 & rated 92 points: Yum. A lot of tasty earthiness, strawberry. Tops for $20. (1530 views) | | | Tasted by BBinSC on 5/24/2019 & rated 91 points: 90-92: big nose of sour cherry and oak, with a hint of smoke. The palate is lush, a little heavier than I expected, but tasty with a nice finish. Ample acid, I suspect this wine has a couple more years, just not sure why you would at this point. It's really tasty now. (1314 views) | | | Tasted by MarkEngel on 5/17/2019 & rated 93 points: Dark garnet in color, dark red fruit, a touch of earthiness and violet on the nose. This wine explodes in my mouth, dark cherry, a bit of mocha and smoke. Great balance, nice tannins interspersed with gentle acidity and fruit. The finish lingers a long time. I remember vividly why we purchased this wine, it is incredible. (1581 views) | | | Tasted by redmancge on 4/25/2019 & rated 87 points: Seems to have lost some fruit and drinking kind of flat tonight compared to last couple bottles in 18'. Maybe it's the head cold I'm trying to nurse LOL. Got one more but based on this probably drink sooner than later. (1675 views) | | | Tasted by hyakmaria on 3/13/2019 & rated 88 points: Good pinot with just the right amount of funk. (1612 views) | | | Tasted by Mattshank on 12/27/2018 & rated 90 points: 1 hour decant (mag decanter). Very similar to last notes on 10/17/18 but a bit more open. Still 90 points. (1723 views) | | | Tasted by wiscgrad on 11/8/2018 & rated 91 points: only had half a glass, but classic cali pinot. tons of cherry cola on the nose and plenty of red fruit. good value from WTSO (1669 views) | | | Tasted by shaferguy91 on 10/23/2018 & rated 90 points: 1 hour decant. (1653 views) | | | Tasted by Mattshank on 10/17/2018 & rated 90 points: Slow ox for 2 hours. Nose: Bing cherries, cassis, raspberry and some moss. Palate: Ripe cherries, good acidity, and hints of raspberry. Finish is medium. Very balanced, no real flaws and overall solid, but as there is nothing really stand out this garnered a good 90 points. Went well with marinated, grilled chicken. (1716 views) | | | Tasted by sean7711 on 10/11/2018 & rated 91 points: Had without food while watching the Eagles game. Simple, nice, easy flowing Pinot. (1875 views) | | | Tasted by Shrages on 9/6/2018 & rated 91 points: Very nice. Moderate clear garnet, not overextracted. Nose a little reticent currently but with french perfume and flowers. Warm but well defined autumnal flavors. Best part is mouthfeel, soft and silky. Gentle finish but with some cut. Best in 2-4 years. (1545 views) | | | Tasted by sean7711 on 8/9/2018 & rated 90 points: Good value purchase from WTSO. Nice drinking Pinot, but that's it. For $18, can't complain, but would be hard pressed paying more than $20-25 for a bottle. Have 3 more. Certainly nice mid-week drinkers. (1796 views) | | | Tasted by weinmatt on 7/21/2018 & rated 91 points: I have to agree with prior notes, this is very good. Meaty, “heavyweight” Pinot, this is a wine that should stand up well to many a meal. (1740 views) | | | Tasted by MJohnsen83 on 3/24/2018 & rated 92 points: Juicy US pinot without beeing over the top. Classy meaty-bourg style thar can match the great french cru’s anytime. (2061 views) | | | Only displaying the 25 most recent notes - click to see all notes for this wine... |
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https://unwindwine.blogspot.com/2021/09/hermanhof-wines-herman-missouri.html Pinot 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 Central Coasthttp://www.ccwinegrowers.org/links.html
http://www.discovercaliforniawines.com/regional-wine-organizations/
http://beveragetradenetwork.com/en/btn-academy/list-of-winegrowers-association-in-central-coast-california-274.htm
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