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Tuesday, November 1, 2022 - I usually don't go for the overly dark, ripe Cali pinot noir, but MacMurray sorta just sucks you in. My first bottle was a 2013 (that snuck up on me toward the end of a night of wine tasting and sent me well over the edge). I avoided it for a bit but it WAS yummy, so here we are.
Despite proper storage, the cork barely made it out alive! As of late 2022, it's deep garnet has developed the very slightest hint of amber below the rim. Nose gives baking spice, cooked strawberries and cassis. Palate brings a very similar experience as the nose, finishing with a lovely bitter dark cocoa. Light, but balanced tannins and acidity.
This bottle really oughtta be drunk on its own (and attempted slowly - good luck). But if you must, pair it like you would any Cali cab or merlot. It's a little big for a pinot, but it's a crowd pleaser. A bit generic, but that's what you're going for when it comes to pleasing the masses. (And it's FAR better than Meiomi, so there you go).

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