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| Drinking window: Drink between 2011 and 2014 (based on 38 user opinions) |
| Community Tasting History |
| Community Tasting Notes (average 88.2 pts. and median of 88 pts. in 37 notes) - hiding notes with no text | | | Tasted by foodandwine@fastmail.org on 7/27/2018 & rated 89 points: Thought it would be well past its prime; it very much was not. Mellow, soft tannins, integrated beautifully with the ripe red fruit flavours one expects from Kenwood’s RRV offerings. Really glad we waited. (1139 views) | | | Tasted by empire80 on 6/23/2016 & rated 89 points: Warm fruit, pleasant mature earthy notes. Needs to be lightly chilled. Good value. (2023 views) | | | Tasted by Ahn on 2/15/2015 & rated 89 points: This is a nice value Pinot. (2600 views) | | | Tasted by CPA_SLP on 5/12/2013: Nose- Dark berries
Taste- Cherry and blackberry with light oak- very smooth (4079 views) | | | Tasted by cardinalfanrc on 6/22/2012 & rated 92 points: Awesome! Great pairing with salmon. On sale for 11. Buy again! (5022 views) | | | Tasted by cmcclane on 6/5/2012 & rated 88 points: Nice value at $12. Smooth and fruity. (4102 views) | | | Tasted by Sagafabry on 3/16/2012 & rated 89 points: Very light summery feel. Perfect with roasted artichoke (3670 views) | | | Tasted by Piepro on 1/25/2012 & rated 87 points: Light to medium body, nice nose, pleasant fruit forward on the palate. A very competitive wine at this price. (3454 views) | | | Tasted by wine maestro on 1/1/2012 & rated 88 points: Briary edged red that's sleek and trim, with lighter red fruit notes that glide effortlessly on
the palate. Bright bing cherries fill the air, and an enticing rouge hue shines in the glass,
as this wine offers both aromatic and visual temptation. Delicious ripe red raspberries,
dominant Damson plum and red berries are expressive and charming. Elegant and
lingering finish. This Russian River Valley Pinot Noir is a remarkable QPR at $10.
New Year's Eve family dinner with baked ham. Drink now and over short term. (1555 views) | | | Tasted by Mike Kopanski on 10/25/2011 & rated 89 points: There is a lot going on here for the price point. A step up from the grocery store offerings, this one is darker and a little more complex. I don't think it is ready yet, but almost. This one is not really built for age, it needs just a little more time. The reason I say this, is that pouring into the decanter, the nose was pretty closed. The first taste gives us some very dark fruit, but the acid is still on the tip of the tongue. I also think the oak is still slightly closed. But there is still lots to like. You can tell there was some whole cluster fermentation with a subtle, but noticeable hint of plum. There is some really fresh red raspberry, and cherry on the palate. There is some oak, but is not heavy duty new French, probably second and third year barrels. There is a nice hit of tannin on the roof of the mouth. Very nice integration of the alcohol. The finish is blueberry, with tannins.
I kept a glass in the decanter overnight, and it was worth it, raised the score at least a point. Today it was much more integrated. I was surprised how much the fruit turned toward plum. The oak woke up, and so did some of those cedar and cigar box flavors. (2293 views) | | | Tasted by Merengue on 9/23/2011 & rated 86 points: Felt this a bit "hot" tonight and out of balance. Still very pleasant, easy drinking and fruity but nowhere close to the previous bottle i had. (2275 views) | | | Tasted by Domfrenette on 9/15/2011 & rated 86 points: Vin correct. Meilleur que le Louis Jadot, mais pas aussi bon que Angels Landing et Gloria Ferrer.
Pour boire frais, c'est parfait. (2287 views) | | | Tasted by yankee22 on 9/8/2011 & rated 88 points: Very light color. Smells like Cali pinot - bright cola, mushroom, starburst, strawberry. Palate: Not bad at all. Fruit is good, very red, and bright. Sour cherry, strawberry, cinnamon, moderate structure and good acidity. A little oaky and sour on finish, but pretty enjoyable. (2473 views) | | | Tasted by Harley1199 on 8/30/2011: Kenwood PN 09
Cherry colour for a subtle wine. Nothing special excepting that crude touch that helps to reconize as a NW PN
Color cereza para un vino suave. Nada especial exceptuando ese toque crudo que ayuda a reconocerlo como un PN del Nuevo Mundo. (2596 views) | | | Tasted by Benjaminb25 on 8/25/2011 & rated 88 points: Good pinot for the money (2338 views) | | | Tasted by Tiger1833 on 8/22/2011 & rated 91 points: Very light and fruity (2261 views) | | | Tasted by Merengue on 8/22/2011 & rated 88 points: Medium bodied for a pinot, nice dark raspberry color. Nose of italian herb blend,oregano and rosemary and a bit of sage. On the palate, fruity, ripe raspberry and cherry cola taste folding into a vanilla creme brulee. Feels a bit like desert to this point, but finish shows tartness and a bit of young grippy tannins. I think it should improve in a year or maybe tomorrow night. Very decent for the price and a lot going on. Pleasently surprised. One to buy by the case for daily enjoyment. (2219 views) | | | Tasted by Cabfrancophile on 8/14/2011: Casa Sena August Tasting; 8/13/2011-8/14/2011 (La Casa Sena retail shop, Santa Fe, NM): While not spectacular, surprisingly good. Smells like CA Pinot--cherry cola and sage. Fruit driven with decent acidity and mild structure. A bit oaky on finish. For $15, an excellent varietally and regionally correct value. It's not hard to spend $20-$30 on entry level Pinot that is less balanced or less varietally correct. (2878 views) | | | Tasted by Le_Gaspesien on 8/11/2011 & rated 88 points: D'Une teinte Rouge Pâle, et d'un nez familier du terroir de la Nouvelle Zélande, on peut déceler leur savoir faire en Pinot Noir rien que par cet olfactif. La bouche n'est pas exceptionnel mais le côté animal et les tannins minces et structurés se font sentir, bien refroidie et comme premier vin, il sera parfait avec une entrée de canard poilé ou autre volaille marinée. Belle réussite dans son ensemble (2298 views) | | | Tasted by jsums on 5/18/2011 & rated 87 points: Rusty light ruby color with transparent rim. Nose: sweet, bright red cherry and wild raspberry fruit accented by orange peel, porpourri spices, damp pine forest, and a little white chocolate. Moderate/lighter body on the palate: bright raspberry/cherry/red plum fruit with more potpourri spices, hot cinnamon candy, and touches of mocha and white chocolate. Fresh, juicy acidity. Lighter tannins. Lingering berry skin and graphite on the moderate finish. Nothing to complain about for a $15 PN. Well made. Nice value. (2496 views) | | | Tasted by asmcmi on 1/15/2011 & rated 96 points: Really enjoyed this light bodied pinot with hints of cherry and cedar. (2763 views) | | | Only displaying the 25 most recent notes - click to see all notes for this wine... |
| Kenwood 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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