Nice, but body seemed to be thin, not what I have experienced with other Pine Ridge Rutherfords. Had a Pineridge Tessitura afterwards and it had much more body. This vintage may be nearing or past its peak, will target remaining bottles for near term consumption.
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Still going strong. Fruit is the star here as there was some complexity but definitely nuanced. Mixture of dark and red fruit that was very pure with nice structure to keep it lively. Could tell it was valley floor in its opulence vs. a hillside wine we drank afterwards.
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A little restrained on the nose, but the palate is outstanding. Mature red and black fruits, the faintest hint of earth, and velvety tannins with a long close. Excellent.
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Incredibly expressive on nose & palate. Big fruit, great complexity. Outperformed expectations. This is a "wow" wine, no doubt about it! Slight Port-like quality, in a very good way.
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1/25/2022 - subguy87 Likes this wine: 89 Points
Nice, but body seemed to be thin, not what I have experienced with other Pine Ridge Rutherfords. Had a Pineridge Tessitura afterwards and it had much more body.
This vintage may be nearing or past its peak, will target remaining bottles for near term consumption.
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11/26/2020 - JFW Likes this wine: 91 Points
Decanted for two hours. Very soft mouthfeel. A lot of cherry/black cherry notes. Rich, but not cloying or overpowering.
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1/24/2018 - iamandyc Likes this wine: 92 Points
Still going strong. Fruit is the star here as there was some complexity but definitely nuanced. Mixture of dark and red fruit that was very pure with nice structure to keep it lively. Could tell it was valley floor in its opulence vs. a hillside wine we drank afterwards.
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1/21/2018 - pugblanc wrote: 91 Points
Floral, cranberry, drinking very nice. Great open.
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3/10/2017 - EMTAME wrote: 93 Points
A little restrained on the nose, but the palate is outstanding. Mature red and black fruits, the faintest hint of earth, and velvety tannins with a long close. Excellent.
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8/15/2016 - jfarley3 Likes this wine: 91 Points
Robust, but enjoyable now. Full red fruit with dusty tannins, has a soft texture. Well balanced and not overpowering, long finish.
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4/25/2016 - jmcnewjersey Likes this wine: 95 Points
Incredibly expressive on nose & palate. Big fruit, great complexity. Outperformed expectations. This is a "wow" wine, no doubt about it! Slight Port-like quality, in a very good way.
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4/6/2015 - Coachron13 Likes this wine: 93 Points
Consistent with prior notes from 2013 except tannins have calmed even more. Has continued to age well. Still many years left in it.
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1/16/2015 - WilliamF17 wrote: flawed
Cork Failed/leaked; musty, oxidized, metallic aromas, metallic flavors, "porty" rubberific overwhelming vibe; SO Dead. Replaced by the winery.
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11/12/2014 - pugblanc wrote: 94 Points
Rutherford dust and cocoa. Earthy. Raspberry. Chocolate. Full body elegance. Vanilla. Still young but very nice - bitter chocolate.
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7/5/2013 - Frabjous wrote:
This is a dark, rich sumptuous wine. We’re going to leave the last bottle on its side for many more years and it will be KILLER.
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1/17/2013 - Coachron13 Likes this wine: 93 Points
Strong nose of berry and plum. Tannins hit you but don't overwhelm it. Excellent cab with tons of life left in it.
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8/28/2012 - bibendumrrb wrote: 95 Points
Very approachable. Deep fruits. Soft tannins. Ready now.
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12/25/2011 - Frabjous wrote: 91 Points
Had for Christmas day dinner with Walt & Catherine. No detailed tasting notes but a very delicious, flavourful wine enjoyed by all.
Will benefit from more time in the cellar but drinking very well in its youth now.
Drink or hold if you can >=2013
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7/13/2011 - redrules wrote: 94 Points
Pine Ridge at it's finest. Robert Parker nailed the description. Lovely now, but will be great in 2 years. Going to buy a couple more.
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