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| Drinking window: Drink between 2018 and 2021 (based on 46 user opinions) |
| Community Tasting History |
| Community Tasting Notes (average 89.1 pts. and median of 89 pts. in 24 notes) - hiding notes with no text | | | Tasted by Wildgrant on 5/7/2022: A little more funk on the nose than the tastebuds, which I found disappointing, I was hoping for more. That aside a pleasant enough pinot, nice with grilled teriyaki salmon but not something you'll think about later. (316 views) | | | Tasted by thefotoman@gmail.com on 12/13/2021 & rated 90 points: Very smooth and understated. Nice taste on the palate. Good balance (367 views) | | | Tasted by thefotoman@gmail.com on 12/13/2021 & rated 89 points: Very nice. Well balanced and easy to drink but not remarkable. (369 views) | | | Tasted by Docemann5 on 1/30/2021 & rated 90 points: Moderate bouquet
Mild tannins
Cherry cola with plum undertones. Decanted and enjoyed on its own without food (663 views) | | | Tasted by SLock on 5/30/2020 & rated 89 points: Fruit forward, good with or without food. (947 views) | | | Tasted by Manonedge on 12/7/2019 & rated 91 points: Excellent red fruit flavors on nose and palate. Smooth finish with mild velvety tanning. Tasty! (810 views) | | | Tasted by Double-A on 10/30/2019 & rated 85 points: Cherry and currant nose. Full-bodied and ripe palate; warm and spiced finish with the tingling, lingering effect of what is likely acidification.
3/5 (912 views) | | | Tasted by buymoreredsdrinkmorewhites on 9/9/2019 & rated 91 points: Cousin Pudge bought over for Saturday night drinking. Good value RRV Pinot. Cherry, berry & nice spice. Drank alongside 2016 willamette valley La Crema pretty much a tie. Cousin pudge liked both bottles. (858 views) | | | Tasted by Jchen01854 on 6/16/2019: Bright red, notes of ripe cherry with cream. Similar on taste. Polished tannin. Medium finish. (677 views) | | | Tasted by Castle Peak on 6/15/2019 & rated 90 points: Ripe cherries, spice and gravel. Nice balance with medium finish. (495 views) | | | Tasted by R.Jos.Valent on 4/29/2019 & rated 91 points: Cool blue fruits, cola, light to medium body. Has no heat from alchohol. Solid RRV pinot for 30.00 will re stock for sure! (466 views) | | | Tasted by Delli on 3/10/2019 & rated 91 points: Purple and opaque. It's a Russian River Valley Pinot Noir - earthy and floral awesomeness but not rose petals and strawberries. Medium mouth feel and excellent acidity. Tart finish. This is a very nice Pinot. 5+12+16+8=91 (504 views) | | | Tasted by Matt Scott on 12/1/2018 & rated 89 points: Cherry cola, a little spice and some dried earth. A silky entry and a medium finish, with a round middle. Drink now - 2023. (1052 views) | | | Tasted by CieloVista on 3/31/2018 & rated 89 points: ....red berries (845 views) | | | Tasted by Hazevedo on 3/29/2018 & rated 89 points: Always good (855 views) | | | Tasted by isaacjamesbaker on 3/13/2018 & rated 88 points: 3x La Crema: Deep ruby colored. Juicy black cherries and dark plums on the nose, along with clove, cedar, violets and cola. Full and juicy on the palate with easygoing tannins and medium acidity. Black cherries and forward dark plums, the fruit is mixed with root beer, cola, smoky oak, dark chocolate and coffee. Fun, fruity, yummy stuff for near-term consumption. (936 views) |
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(La Crema Russian River Pinot Noir, Russian River Valley, Sonoma County red) Subscribe to see review text. | By Michael Godel
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(La Crema Russian River Pinot Noir, Russian River Valley, Sonoma County red) Subscribe to see review text. | By David Lawrason
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(La Crema Russian River Pinot Noir, Russian River Valley, Sonoma County red) Subscribe to see review text. | By Allen Meadows
Burghound, Oct-18, Issue #72
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| La Crema 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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