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| Community Tasting Notes (average 92.8 pts. and median of 93 pts. in 55 notes) - hiding notes with no text | | | Tasted by Sdurani01 on 4/8/2024 & rated 95 points: Honestly, just a great vineyard and great work by the winemaker. Perfumey and fruity, with lovely tannins and great finish. This vintage is still going strong, but would consume within a year or so. (132 views) | | | Tasted by Max S. on 10/22/2022: Denver Wine Group Round 3 (Max's House): Good bottle, not great. No formal notes. Courtesy of Fernando. (1019 views) | | | Tasted by Seneg on 2/26/2022 & rated 92 points: P&P, really nice now (960 views) | | | Tasted by jackstraw on 10/11/2021 & rated 92 points: Sojourn does such a great job of delivering high quality Pinot at a fair price - this wine is drinking perfectly (1195 views) | | | Tasted by maretti on 9/4/2021: Good (1202 views) | | | Tasted by JS199 on 6/27/2021 & rated 91 points: Acidic and lean. Not sure if its going to get better. (1326 views) | | | Tasted by DrBad on 5/10/2021: Don't try this at home kids but... Left about 3/4 of a glass in the bottle, pumped some argon in and put it in the cellar at 55F... Didn't get back to it for 10 DAYS! Not expecting much I pulled it out and took a sip. Holy cow this was still drinking great! The fruit isn't quite as succulent but there's a lot of cherry pop and lively acidity. No sign of staleness. I've never had a wine taste this good after 4 or 5 days let alone. I'm impressed. (1215 views) | | | Tasted by Mark1npt on 1/26/2021 & rated 93 points: Again.....when these come to room temp and get an hour of air, they really sing. Lots of black tea and clove and strawberry. Only one more bottle of the '17 to go! (2822 views) | | | Tasted by HowellMountainCru on 1/17/2021 & rated 92 points: Opened the 17 and 18 version of Gap's Crown Pinot last nite prior to Turkey dinner. Gave both a few hours of air and both showed well. The 17 had classic Pinot notes of strawberry and cherry, was medium weight and had very good acidity and finish. The 18 stood out as stronger and more vibrant and I think made the better sipping wine while both were equally good with food. Sojourn continues to make some fantastic Pinots! 17 gets 92 and the 18 gets 94. HMC (1182 views) | | | Tasted by Mark1npt on 1/16/2021 & rated 93 points: Nose 95 after HMC slow ox'd for almost 2 hours. My mistake is pnp'ing these Sojourn pinots when giving them some time for this great nose to develop is more important. Wonderful red fruited wine and chalky minerality. The mistake as always is drinking them against another vintage like the '18s.......... (2253 views) | | | Tasted by Mark1npt on 11/11/2020 & rated 95 points: Drinking absolutely beautifully right now.....coravined a glass after a long day...took 30 min to come to room temp and open fully and it's a beautiful Gap's Crown. Classic strawberry nose and fruit with cherry mixed in, gentle clove/spicebox. Chalky minerality/mouthfeel. Excellent spice and acidity on the finish...did I say, beautiful? This bottle and this vineyard in particular, really cements why I love the Sojourn approach to Cali pinot so much. (2601 views) | | | Tasted by bruce61 on 9/17/2020 & rated 96 points: This was scary good. When my wife remarks how yummy something is, and we don't have any more, it is a rare occasion. So, I contacted Sojourn to order a case! It was fruit-forward but not over the top. A really nice smooth finish. (1311 views) | | | Tasted by comlaw on 8/13/2020 & rated 92 points: Decanted for 30 minutes. Medium-bodied, well-balanced pinot with lots of cherry, A little bigger than the 2016. (908 views) | | | Tasted by DugyDog on 7/31/2020 & rated 93 points: Super good. Bright cherry flavor early but develops more nuances as it opens. (771 views) | | | Tasted by WineCPA on 6/16/2020 & rated 95 points: Very nice black cherry and warm baking spice. This is fantastic now and will be amazing in years to come. (895 views) | | | Tasted by DrBad on 5/29/2020 & rated 94 points: Similar notes as last time but a little more developed. Strong red cherry and the tingling, almost effervescent acidity. Had with grilled/steamed salmon this wine just jumped out of the glass and totally impressed me and our guests: "wow, a Pinot, I don't usually like Pinot". :-) (1047 views) | | | Tasted by Seneg on 4/18/2020 & rated 91 points: Nice but should be even better in a year (773 views) | | | Tasted by ctjared on 4/9/2020: consistent (705 views) | | | Tasted by DrBad on 3/7/2020 & rated 94 points: Blackberry pie aromas. Medium+ body with juicy, succulent black cherry and spices. Tingling acidity with a long 15 second finish. Delicious Cali Pinot. (1028 views) | | | Tasted by DrBad on 12/24/2019 & rated 92 points: Medium+ body. Fruits and earth with some spice. (1177 views) | | | Tasted by bestdamncab on 8/11/2019 & rated 95 points: Nose of forest floor, sweet and sour fruit, black cherry, and sage, same on the palate, big body, very tasty, mouth filling fruit, rich, lovely fruit, needs 3 years to peak, delicious tasting, and a long, flavorful finish. (1457 views) | | | Tasted by DustyB on 6/5/2019: Winery tasting; more jam on the nose than Rodgers or Sangiacomo, really nice, soft minerals and tannin (835 views) | | | Tasted by MillerRoad on 5/21/2019: Lots of fresh fruit up-front. Still young. Glad I have more. Will wait awhile before I open the next 2017. (1505 views) | | | Only displaying the 25 most recent notes - click to see all notes for this wine... |
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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.Gap's Crown VineyardGap’s Crown is perched on the western edge of Sonoma Mountain and is comprised of 37 vineyard blocks that span 140 planted acres. Ranging in elevation from 300’ to 840’ above sea level Gap’s Crown takes advantage of the steep Sonoma Mountain hillsides to promote natural airflow and soil drainage within the vineyard.
Gap’s Crown is part of the Sonoma Coast AVA and is situated at the confluence of where Sonoma Mountain and its surrounding southwest facing hills meet the Petaluma Wind Gap (Petaluma Gap). To the south the hills of Sonoma Mountain turn southeast and channel the cool breezes of the Petaluma Gap toward the San Pablo Bay. To the north Sonoma Mountain gives way to Crane Canyon and eventually a northwest oriented set of hills. A pocket is formed by Crane Canyon and these northwest hills just to the north of Gap’s Crown, creating a natural fog pocket around the vineyard. Typically, coastal fog that is trapped in this pocket takes longer to burn off during the latter days of the growing season. This lingering fog during at the end of the growing season allows Gap’s Crown fruit to ripen slowly, developing sugar and phenolic ripeness in unison.
Gap’s Crown vineyard is owned and managed by Gap’s Crown, LLC and is located in the Petaluma Wind Gap. Kosta Browne Winery has purchased Gap’s Crown Pinot Noir grapes since 2006, and now enjoys a long term lease of 37 planted acres. Their viticulture is second to none, producing some of the finest grapes in Sonoma County.
William “Bill” Price III, co-founder of private investment company TPG Group and a financier of North Coast wineries such as Kosta Browne, purchased the 138-acre Gap’s Crown pinot noir and chardonnay vineyard in the Sonoma Coast appellation east of Rohnert Park. Mr. Price on Dec. 11 purchased two properties from what had been part of the CalPERS vineyard portfolio. The 106 acres of planted pinot noir and 32 acres of chardonnay are located off Roberts Road on the western slopes of Sonoma Mountain east of Rohnert Park. The sale price wasn’t disclosed in public records. Mr. Price told Wine Spectator that the purchase price was above $100,000 an acre and a new high value level for Sonoma Coast vines. With plantings in 2002 and 2005, Gap’s Crown is a source if grapes for wineries such as Kosta Browne, Paul Hobbs and Patz & Hall. Mr. Price will continue to supply those grape contracts and will purchase fruit for his Three Sticks and Price Chanin brands, he told Wine Spectator. Vineyard acquisition as a way to access key grape supply was a main driver in dozens of North Coast property sales in the past year to wineries, including several in the Premier Pacific Vineyards portfolio. Mr. Price’s history in the wine business includes the purchase and sale of Beringer Vineyards and, more recently, the formation of a boutique vintner investment group called The Vincraft Group. It’s investments include the Kosta Browne and Gary Farrell brands.
Zepponi & Company of Santa Rosa advised Menlo Park-based private-equity firm GI Partners, which has been managing the Premier Pacific Vineyards portfolio for CalPERS for the past year. CalPERS in late 2011 said it would end its relationship with Premier Pacific Vineyards, and GI Partners has been marketing vineyards for sale. American AgCredit financed the purchase.
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 CountySonoma Coast * Sonoma Coast AVA (Wikipedia)
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