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| Drinking window: Drink between 2017 and 2019 (based on 14 user opinions) |
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| Community Tasting Notes (average 86.2 pts. and median of 87 pts. in 102 notes) - hiding notes with no text | | | Tasted by Oenecnist on 4/15/2021: Further to my Note of Feb 5, 2020: This may be #12 from the case. Fruit has evolved some, still there with some smokiness. Delicious with sockeye salmon. Solid notable+. (2312 views) | | | Tasted by Scott’s Wine on 11/15/2020 & rated 95 points: Medium acidity and alcohol. Not thin not bold. Easy to drink. Fresh.
Diane:7
Greg: 7
Scott: 6.5
Good. (1806 views) | | | Tasted by Mr.SippyBoy on 5/9/2020 & rated 91 points: First pinotb ive had in a couple weeks. Have been on Merlots and a few randoms. Felt so smooth. Tasted so pure. Probably my favorite pinot so far. I'm back on the Pinot saddle again! (2293 views) | | | Tasted by Oenecnist on 2/5/2020: Further to my Note of Aug 22 '19: We have had two more bottles over the last 10 days, and this continues to please, even leaving some for 24h. Still finding the Burgundian character, esp. with some time after opening. (2022 views) | | | Tasted by Oenecnist on 8/22/2019: Further to my TN of December 19, '18: This continues to please; we've had 12b or more since initial purchase 2+ years ago. Drank this over two days with beef roast the first evening, ham sandwich the second. Color still good, detected more Burgundian character this time--probably helped that I could linger over dinner and give this some time in the glass. Still notable+ and glad that I have more. (2837 views) | | | Tasted by Announcer on 5/29/2019 & rated 86 points: Passable pinot for everyday (2127 views) | | | Tasted by Amishdesai93 on 4/24/2019 & rated 84 points: Much better value available from this region/varietal (1716 views) | | | Tasted by guzmana on 1/24/2019 & rated 88 points: Consistent with prior notes. (1771 views) | | | Tasted by Jrobertson13 on 12/22/2018 & rated 63 points: Not my style (1823 views) | | | Tasted by Oenecnist on 12/19/2018: Further to my last post on this wine on Oct 9 '18: Solid everyday PN and notable+ for the price after rebate. (1183 views) | | | Tasted by guzmana on 12/14/2018 & rated 88 points: Simple PN with some nice attributes but nothing special. (1256 views) | | | Tasted by lizpey on 12/4/2018 & rated 88 points: Quaffable (1297 views) | | | Tasted by lovierlist on 11/27/2018 & rated 87 points: Fruity, mellow, typical Oregon Pinot
Not a lot of depth (1132 views) | | | Tasted by Zed57 on 11/5/2018 & rated 89 points: Nice, easy to drink. Will not get better. (1561 views) | | | Tasted by Oenecnist on 10/9/2018: Further to my TN of Aug 18, I'll note that the food pairing matters. Good, tasty complement to grilled Atlantic farm salmon and held up well after 24h: notable+ is a fairer evaluation. (1355 views) | | | Tasted by oropeza on 10/7/2018: Bright red fruit up front, rather thin and finishes quick but definitely acceptable at $16 (1173 views) | | | Tasted by jvphoto on 8/23/2018 & rated 87 points: Ruby red. Touches on all the hallmarks is Pinot without standing out in any great nor horrible way. Fruity/Oakey nose, juicy red fruit palate and decent acid:tanin.
Supermarket pick up for our hotel at Disneyland where we just got screwtops to not worry about finding a corkscrew. (1649 views) | | | Tasted by Oenecnist on 8/18/2018: Bought a 12b case from a local retailer a year ago--8/b thanks to a generous 4/b mfr rebate. Not decanted until halfway through when I noticed a bit of sediment. Pale red color, fragrant nose with strawberry, other red fruit and some spice, tasty with round mouthfeel--overall a good everyday PN at the rebate price. I've had most of the case over the past year and wonder if it might be starting to lose fruit: since the meal included a bit of vinegar, I'll withhold judgement until I try it alone or with a better food match. Stored vertically (screwcap) in a cool, dark basement since purchase. My evaluation: I've stopped giving scores on a "100-point scale" as I've become less convinced that they can be meaningful to others. I use a 4-category scale (perhaps with +/-)--not including flawed--which runs outstanding/notable/drinkable/poor. I considered this notable when considering quality, age, and price. (1314 views) | | | Tasted by oropeza on 8/5/2018: Red fruit, strawberry and cranberry, some earth, a little thin, much darker character than expected. (1542 views) | | | Tasted by Sturin79 on 7/3/2018 & rated 55 points: Not my favorite. Seemed dilute (1659 views) | | | Tasted by YountieCellar on 6/19/2018: Light not jam-ey. Would buy again. Price unknown (1537 views) | | | Tasted by erwanlemoing on 5/18/2018 & rated 89 points: Solid red (1806 views) | | | Tasted by glaufman on 4/22/2018 & rated 89 points: Helen says it's a beautiful Pinot 87-94... Paired with salmon (1859 views) | | | Tasted by JustBad on 4/7/2018 & rated 89 points: Light, good fruit, soft tannins. Definitely a good wine for a party or social event. (1742 views) | | | Tasted by Burgundy Al on 3/16/2018 & rated 86 points: Black cherry throughout,slightly sweet to start, slightly bitter on finish, showing hints of vanilla and savory spice. Good balance for its price. (2326 views) | | | Only displaying the 25 most recent notes - click to see all notes for this wine... |
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| A to Z Wineworks Producer website2014 A to Z Wineworks Pinot NoirClear and vibrant, the 2014 A to Z Oregon Pinot Noir opens with rich primary aromas of strawberries, cherries, blueberries, raspberries, even cranberries, developing to violets, red currants, pipe tobacco, iron and wet stone. The attack is beautifully ballanced between richness and brightness with hints of roses, honeysuckle, red and blue fruit flavors. The mid-palate reveals ripe tannins and crisp acidity with a touch of minerality and spice (cinnamon, anise, saffron, sandalwood) lending greater complexity. This wine, succulent with great concentration, finishes long and rich with classic Oregon freshness. The harmony and depth of the 2014 Oregon vintage are on full display in the 2014 A to Z Wineworks Pinot Noir. Built for mid-term aging, this wine has great integrity and should drink well on release and for the next 3-5 years.
Source: Winery Web SitePinot 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.Oregon Oregon Wine, Oregon Wineries (Oregon Wine Board)Oregon* |
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