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| Drinking window: Drink between 2017 and 2020 (based on 4 user opinions) |
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| Community Tasting Notes (average 87.7 pts. and median of 88 pts. in 48 notes) - hiding notes with no text | | | Tasted by vitroman on 12/3/2021 & rated 85 points: Unremarkable, it was just ok, nothing to write home about. (2450 views) | | | Tasted by D_RICH on 5/1/2021 & rated 88 points: My last bottle of this wine. Opened about 2 hours prior to consumption over the next 4 hours. Initial note taken at 1 and 1/2 hours. Translucent ruby. Bright red berries on nose and on palate. Not too long. With further airing, the wine seems to gain concentration and complexity, peaking at hour 6. Very nice expression of Oregon Pinot. Much better than the current release (2017). (87-89). (1217 views) | | | Tasted by Stephen.Somm on 2/7/2020 & rated 87 points: Medium Ruby color. Aromas of cherry and spice. Wine is medium bodied and dry. The palate features notes of dark cherry, plum, cranberry, earth, vanilla, and herbs. A balanced wine, with a finish that is astringent and medium in length. A decent effort, but not a great one. Better on Day 2. (2804 views) | | | Tasted by guzmana on 1/29/2020 & rated 89 points: Consistent with prior notes. Good quality price ratio. (1672 views) | | | Tasted by guzmana on 1/17/2020 & rated 88 points: Decent PN with a good price. (1752 views) | | | Tasted by guzmana on 1/10/2020 & rated 88 points: Consistent with prior notes. (1285 views) | | | Tasted by guzmana on 10/27/2019 & rated 88 points: Decent. (1397 views) | | | Tasted by CappaVino on 10/20/2019 & rated 88 points: Easy (1135 views) | | | Tasted by guzmana on 9/27/2019 & rated 88 points: Light but drinkable. (685 views) | | | Tasted by brujazz on 9/22/2019 & rated 86 points: Very pleasant juice. Definitely recognizable as an Oregon Pinot. Medium in body and berry flavors. Finish is simple, elegant and fairly long. Given the price, theres a lot to like and very little to criticize. (1084 views) | | | Tasted by guzmana on 9/15/2019 & rated 89 points: Pleasant. (660 views) | | | Tasted by Adam.Marshak on 8/9/2019 & rated 90 points: Very easy drinking. Nicely balanced (1199 views) | | | Tasted by guzmana on 7/20/2019 & rated 89 points: Decent but not too exciting. (933 views) | | | Tasted by PasoWallaWill on 7/9/2019 & rated 88 points: Visiting Rex Hill wineries you see that this shares their property and is a strictly retail second label. This is a bargain wine on a mission. As a midweek “pairs well with salmon wine”, it is a hit and fills that niche well. Give it an hour of air. I might buy a few more at this price. (1242 views) | | | Tasted by Alexander Smith on 6/23/2019 & rated 88 points: So this is fine, nothing special, don't think too much when you drink this. Sour red fruit along with wild herbs, cola and a sharp but fine finish. Acidity feels a little unbalanced. (1304 views) | | | Tasted by Jzizzle on 5/31/2019 & rated 88 points: Was hoping to like this more. The nose has some intriguing herb and spice. In the mouth I first thought there might be a touch of fizz (but no) with prickly acidity. Otherwise fruity and a bit soft around the edges. Generally appealing, but the acid seems out of balance to other elements. Meh, but can see folks enjoying this. (1045 views) | | | Tasted by guzmana on 5/13/2019 & rated 89 points: Fruity with soft tannins. Pleasant drinking without much excitement. (979 views) | | | Tasted by Larsojam on 5/5/2019 & rated 86 points: Not great (970 views) | | | Tasted by Trichodoc on 4/20/2019 & rated 80 points: Dry (952 views) | | | Tasted by tomoem on 1/18/2019 & rated 88 points: I think i picked this up at Costco. Nothing special. Watery PN with some balanced character and generally smooth mouth feel. More cranberry than I prefer. (1982 views) | | | Tasted by Hugheyre on 1/11/2019: Light, smooth (1334 views) | | | Tasted by Wstinson9 on 1/7/2019 & rated 88 points: Light and fruity, easy drinking Oregon Pinot. Good value. (1140 views) | | | Tasted by geoffreychambertin on 12/31/2018 & rated 88 points: Light, red fruity, low tannin, medium acid. A decent Oregon pinot. (1210 views) | | | Tasted by PasoWallaWill on 12/26/2018 & rated 89 points: Daveyk39 nailed it. This is a great value if a little shorter on the finish. (1071 views) | | | Tasted by Bax62 on 12/21/2018 & rated 87 points: A bit light-bodied. More earthy tobacco leaf flavors than fruit. Nice acidity. (836 views) | | | Only displaying the 25 most recent notes - click to see all notes for this wine... |
| A to Z Wineworks 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.Oregon Oregon Wine, Oregon Wineries (Oregon Wine Board)Oregon* |
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