Translucent ruby color, clear edges, bright overall, with the slightest hints of amber. Aromas of black raspberry & fig, with hibiscus tea, root spices, iron and damp forest, nice expression but a little shy. The palate shows cherry, red apple and wild berry red fruit, refined and elegant, with secondary depth of black tea, five spice, red florals, rocky minerals and woodsy earth. Lithe and silky around the edges with firm core density that softens with air, structured with juicy medium acidity and broad grainy soft tannins, finishing with moderately long zesty length. Very nice, well-integrated flavors, still a lot of structure running behind the flavor integration a bit.
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This was a good showing. Translucent in the glass, some dark fruit low notes and juicy acidity. Very classy. Served against a tasting menu and the wine hung in there across a number of dishes. Mild intensity, felt ready now.
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Beautiful nose of violet candy and ripe cherry. Lots of fruit and earth on the palate. Cherry juice, strawberry candy, wet dirt, chanterelle mushroom, thyme, and this persistent Earl Grey tea quality on the finish. Medium+acid, with silky tannin. Needed about 2 hours to start showing itself so would recommend a decant if popping now. That being said it's nowhere near peak so don't feel like you have to pop these soon.
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Opened. Poured into a decanter and tasted. Gabriel Glas glass. Ruby color. Herbal nose. Hint of wood smoke and herbs. So.e wet wool. Very different on the intro. Fish red berries. Light ethereal berry and floral notes. Fresh and crisp.
Wonderful.
Quality cork. Branded. No vintage or vineyard. 12.7% abv.
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Pretty restrained aromatics, light and lean on the palate, this wine has some lovely flavors, red fruit, fresh herbs, touch of spice and vanilla- still this wine is subtle. Feeling a bit mixed about this one, there is something delicate and lovely about this wine but it also has a very narrow flavor profile.
A translucent, food friendly wine. At only 12.7% it's a unique expression of deep Sonoma Coast intensity on a wire frame. Red currant, snappy. Bright and alive. Served against a roasted lamb dish. The food softened the wine's edge and that all worked very nicely.
Fragrant nose of blueberry, strawberry, and spices. The palate doesn’t live up to the expectations I had after smelling the wine. It’s a bit astringent and lacks depth. I doubt more time in bottle will do anything to develop this further.
Cf. the CellarTracker Article link [lower lft] to get specific info for this vintage, including acclaim.
≈50 min decant into a plastic, cylindrical pitcher which was then capped; A miniscule amount of sediment noted; Private Preserve after Day 1
N: Fragrant straws, cherries, flowers (roses?), some minerals, poss earth;
P: Med body; Rndish entry with nice, almost swtish frt met by an astringent pucker which init strengthens before VERY slowly evolving into a very LONG, bitter/swt finish which firms with its acidity rather than its basically resolved tannins. NOT a "sipper", this went WELL with the Grilled Grnd Beef & Sauteed Mushrooms, < so with the Mashed Potatoes.
// Day 2: Aromas ≈, P has held acceptably, POSS slightly < firm, though still better with the night's Grilled Pk Chops & Mashed Potatoes than it was by itself.
// Day 3: Aromatically < intense, P notably < firm, but that was positive, at least with tonight's Calzone (Sausage)/Marinara. I'm now wondering IF there's an incompatible pairing for this wine?!? 😉
// ∑: 12.7% ABV; My EXC-/EXC, trending towards the higher IF viewed as a low alch food wine, though even then a substantial # of folks (e.g., my relatives) are NOT going to enjoy its slender, acid driven, only subtly fruity, style. 😉 😕 [As of early Feb '21, wine-searcher still shows 6 sources from $56-$76].
Selon time in less than a month we try that San Andreas, which is today a little bit béant the other guys,
Nose is discreet, not showing much, probably would need more air, slight oxydation there, ripe, little oak and a touch of almonds, very different from last two times...
Palate is smooth, textured, not super long, not as layered as previously, just the wrong order probably... they were so good before, yet it is still afatastic wine, that shoed a lot better day 2 in a proper glass, Zsalo makes it all... smoky, perfume...
Second time I had that wine this year, although I hear the comments here but I cannot Acknowledge at all, this is a very complex wine, with a discreet yet very refined and lovely nose, rose petals, dried flowers and slight of that whole bunch style wines nose... palate is not big but very fruity and soft, build up and lingers onto something really flowery and softly balanced... fine and delicate wine... for aesthetics
Hard to believe this wine is only 12.7% ABV as the nose presents a lot of cola and other typical "ripe Pinot" notes. Wonder if they watered back? Not sure.
There's a touch of stemmy spice and vanilla. We wanted a touch more acidity, but it's a well made wine and is drinking really well right now.
Cf. the CellarTracker Article link [lower lft] to get specific info for this vintage, including acclaim.
Uncorked ≈100 min prior to 1st taste; Private Preserve after Day 1
N: Cherries & crans atop earth/minerals (iron?) with notes of spice, poss hints of mint?
P: Med body; RNDISH entry with NICE, ALMOST swtish frt met by an astringent pucker which transitions into a LONG finish that persists in its TANGY/swtness (70:30), gradually gaining in pleasantness over time. The firm, food friendly finish is way > the result of its acidity as opposed to the almost negligible, very, VERY fine tannins. How long a wine with such a profile will endure I find confounding. However, I think through '23 should be "safe". Went well with Grilled Grnd Beef topped with Manchego Cheese & Grilled Sirloin Steak, the frt leading to (cleansing) acidity being key. A well sourced/made wine, solidly my EXC-, but perhaps EXC with another 9-15 mos of cellaring? // Day 3: Aromatically the earthiness was > prominent vis-a-vis the cherries than on Day 1. While the P showed decreased frt, I'd say it was still likely within the range of expectations. Went quite well with the night's Smkd BBQ Chx, better with it dry than when coated with the BBQ Sauce (vinegar based), though acceptable with that as well. Noted a BIT of very, VERY *fine* sediment in the bottom of my glass, which I *doubt* decanting would have prevented. [This bottle had been setting upright for ≈4 wks prior to opening.] 12.7% ABV; [As of early Jun '20, wine-searcher still shows multiple sources from $49-$73].
Red berries. Not all that complex, but a good drinking wine that lasted through hors d'ouevres and rib eye. Medium finish. I like their Reserve and East and West Ridges a little better.
Purchased from winery and stored in wine fridge. Decanted about an hour.
Light ruby or even cranberry color. Dried cherry, raspberry, cranberry, mandarin orange. Savory notes are prominent: geraniums, dried herbs, smoke. A bit of salinity (or am I projecting?). Silky mouthfeel, long finish; bright acid focuses mid palette and finish.
Tasted blind and I thought it was a modern winemaker from Cote de Beaune. High pitched new oak with small amount of whole cluster stemmy fruits. Racy acidity with cool climate red berry fruits. Village weight and depth but the masculine tannins (though soft) suggest it’s from a terroir I haven’t tasted enough? Cote de Beaune? Volnay village? 2014? (85/100)
Solid tannins but ends abruptly on the palate with very little fruit. Group finished the bottle once everything else was gone. This is the fourth bottle and it’s been similar every time.
As usual, CT folks/notes help set expectations. I had a sense of what this was like...which may have helped it score higher. This is pretty tart and light in body though it has some pleasant cranberry flavors...not real complex...and not our preferred style. All that said, it was still an enjoyable wine...definitely give it some air. Not crazy about the QPR...and not a compelling experience for my first Hirsch Pinot.
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Solid wine but not very fruity/flavorful. I am starting to sour on Hirsch at this price point but willing to withhold judgment until I've had a few more bottles.
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From 375, at Zuni: Bright, savory, aromatically complex. Beautifully balanced, with refreshing acidity. Restrained, and not at all ungenerous. A fine example of cold coast pinot noir.
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Compared to the 13 Sojourn, this pinot just didn't compare. By far, the 09 KB and the 13 Sojourn outdrank it. Poured a little translucent. The nose was red cherry. Some herb. Finishes rather unidimensional. I think this one will be better in a couple of years. What this one needs is two years of bottle age. Just doesn't have the depth....now.
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Little nose Lovely clear light ruby, unusually pretty Bright taut fruit, crunchy and light Cranberries and raspberries and a little lemon rind Minimal finish
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Lovely and bright strawberry fruit. Overall a well made wine but also a bit plain. Silky and smooth. Simply lacks excitement and edges to make it interesting.
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Needs 40 minute decant before serious deliberation, as it is tight, tart, and lean before it opens. Interesting nose: acetic acid creates some complexity; there are unusual aromas of freesia, malt powder, and white chocolate. In the mouth, lots of raspberry, and black tea tannin, yet a lack of depth and complexity, overall a wine defined by its acidity, well suited for duck w raspberry balsamico sauce, or skewered grilled pork with a red berry glaze. Not built for aging, but perhaps more interesting in a year or two.
Purple-red. Fresh, perfumed nose -- raspberries and roses. some plum and cherry. Beautifully fresh and light with a long finish. All the pieces are there and the wine hangs together beautifully. Drunk from a magnum. Wine continued to open over 2 hours. This is a great SAF.
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West Sonoma Coast Tasting (Washington, DC): Juicy raspberries and cherries and roses. Pretty and bright but some nice grip as well. Tangy red fruits laced with pepper, roses and black tea.
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The nose showed dark crushed red berry fruits, with spicy hints of balsamic, and dusty dried flowers. On the palate, I found soft, silky textures with dark red fruits and hints of herbs, spice, and pretty inner florals. The finish was long, fresh and balanced, revealing a bit of its structural muscle with saturating cherry and spice.
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Drank the half bottle and didn't like it. Nose of strawberries / raspberries and some slight hint of smoke. Quite tart but mellows after airing for a while. Smooth tannins. Hopefully my bottle is better than the half.
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Notes from day 2. Pale transparent cranberry color faint hints of raspberry, cherry and pine. Tart red cherry and raspberry up front, creamy medium bodied mid-palate, strawberry laced finish backed up by some chalky tannins. Very gulpable at 12.7%abv.
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A racy aroma dominated by strawberry and a little fennel. Very distinctive. Light bodied and bright on the palate with a saline edge to it. Really different and enjoyable.
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Grand Cru Pinot (Harbour 220/L15 131 Macquarie Street): Slightly jubey, maraschino, cherry fruit with a little coffee and chocolate as well as sweet spice. On the palate it proves to be quite cherry with drying, talc textured tannins, joins the fruit. Time might help as the whole carries long.
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Much better showing than 8 months ago. The acidity and fruit in better balance. Raspberry and strawberry on the nose and palate. This is either a better bottle and/or I was clearly wrong about it not improving with age.
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Light, elegant, cranberry, orange peel, pine needle, great minerality and acidity. This has an edginess to it that made it very interesting. Wonderfully refreshing @ 12.7abv
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I can't help but wonder if this is just an off bottle, because this is completely unlike anything I've had from Hirsch before (and quite unlike most other comments so far). There's just no there there. Very little going on aromatically, with the barest hints of pie cherry and bramble (and it took a great amount of aeration to get that to come out). Palate has even less going on, with just a lot of acid and no fruit or tannin. Finish disappears nearly instantly. Extremely disappointing, which is a huge surprise given the consistently high quality I've had from Hirsch. Hopefully this bottle is just one of those dumb ones that shows up periodically in any vintage.
Taste at bellyQ with Jasmine Hirsch. Lovely fresh fruit. Elegant and restrained. Blood orange, light savory meat and some Old World rusticity. Really nice.
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Hirsch Vineyards Tasting with Jasmine Hirsch (London Cru): An estate blend of 30 different parcels from 50% old vines the rest mid aged. This wine was juicier than the '13 but retained more elegance, clearly from the same family line.
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Drank over two nights. The first night, really acidic, tight, lacking balance, even after being opened and decanted for two hours. Tasted like a mixture of watered-down grenadine and Kool-Aid. Second night (after vac-u-vin and a cool place), the acidity had been tamed, the fruit a bit more evident. Raspberry and strawberry on the nose, but weak strawberry on the palate. Remarkable for how uninteresting this wine is. I don't think this will improve with age. Not a great showing.
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5/10/2024 - MattMauldin Likes this wine: 92 Points
Translucent ruby color, clear edges, bright overall, with the slightest hints of amber. Aromas of black raspberry & fig, with hibiscus tea, root spices, iron and damp forest, nice expression but a little shy. The palate shows cherry, red apple and wild berry red fruit, refined and elegant, with secondary depth of black tea, five spice, red florals, rocky minerals and woodsy earth. Lithe and silky around the edges with firm core density that softens with air, structured with juicy medium acidity and broad grainy soft tannins, finishing with moderately long zesty length. Very nice, well-integrated flavors, still a lot of structure running behind the flavor integration a bit.
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2/11/2023 - btock Likes this wine: 91 Points
This was a good showing. Translucent in the glass, some dark fruit low notes and juicy acidity. Very classy. Served against a tasting menu and the wine hung in there across a number of dishes. Mild intensity, felt ready now.
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2/6/2023 - rawdealbuffy Likes this wine:
Beautiful nose of violet candy and ripe cherry. Lots of fruit and earth on the palate. Cherry juice, strawberry candy, wet dirt, chanterelle mushroom, thyme, and this persistent Earl Grey tea quality on the finish. Medium+acid, with silky tannin. Needed about 2 hours to start showing itself so would recommend a decant if popping now. That being said it's nowhere near peak so don't feel like you have to pop these soon.
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8/26/2022 - t_moderne wrote: 93 Points
Opened. Poured into a decanter and tasted. Gabriel Glas glass.
Ruby color.
Herbal nose. Hint of wood smoke and herbs. So.e wet wool.
Very different on the intro.
Fish red berries. Light ethereal berry and floral notes.
Fresh and crisp.
Wonderful.
Quality cork. Branded. No vintage or vineyard.
12.7% abv.
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10/13/2021 - mlemaire Likes this wine: 88 Points
Pretty restrained aromatics, light and lean on the palate, this wine has some lovely flavors, red fruit, fresh herbs, touch of spice and vanilla- still this wine is subtle. Feeling a bit mixed about this one, there is something delicate and lovely about this wine but it also has a very narrow flavor profile.
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5/28/2021 - pren wrote: 90 Points
coravin1/3。开瓶的时候挺香,冰一下气味基本没有了,但是口中的味道更清晰了,不错。10%cluster,我以为更多。27%newoak,我以为没这么多。
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3/14/2021 - btock wrote: 90 Points
A translucent, food friendly wine. At only 12.7% it's a unique expression of deep Sonoma Coast intensity on a wire frame. Red currant, snappy. Bright and alive. Served against a roasted lamb dish. The food softened the wine's edge and that all worked very nicely.
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3/5/2021 - kkleg Likes this wine: 88 Points
Fragrant nose of blueberry, strawberry, and spices. The palate doesn’t live up to the expectations I had after smelling the wine. It’s a bit astringent and lacks depth. I doubt more time in bottle will do anything to develop this further.
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2/2/2021 - srh Likes this wine:
Cf. the CellarTracker Article link [lower lft] to get specific info for this vintage, including acclaim.
≈50 min decant into a plastic, cylindrical pitcher which was then capped; A miniscule amount of sediment noted; Private Preserve after Day 1
N: Fragrant straws, cherries, flowers (roses?), some minerals, poss earth;
P: Med body; Rndish entry with nice, almost swtish frt met by an astringent pucker which init strengthens before VERY slowly evolving into a very LONG, bitter/swt finish which firms with its acidity rather than its basically resolved tannins. NOT a "sipper", this went WELL with the Grilled Grnd Beef & Sauteed Mushrooms, < so with the Mashed Potatoes.
// Day 2: Aromas ≈, P has held acceptably, POSS slightly < firm, though still better with the night's Grilled Pk Chops & Mashed Potatoes than it was by itself.
// Day 3: Aromatically < intense, P notably < firm, but that was positive, at least with tonight's Calzone (Sausage)/Marinara. I'm now wondering IF there's an incompatible pairing for this wine?!? 😉
// ∑: 12.7% ABV; My EXC-/EXC, trending towards the higher IF viewed as a low alch food wine, though even then a substantial # of folks (e.g., my relatives) are NOT going to enjoy its slender, acid driven, only subtly fruity, style. 😉 😕 [As of early Feb '21, wine-searcher still shows 6 sources from $56-$76].
Note: First tasted on 5/29/20
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1/30/2021 - Stanrocks Likes this wine: 91 Points
Am I getting Bored... :) ?
Selon time in less than a month we try that San Andreas, which is today a little bit béant the other guys,
Nose is discreet, not showing much, probably would need more air, slight oxydation there, ripe, little oak and a touch of almonds, very different from last two times...
Palate is smooth, textured, not super long, not as layered as previously, just the wrong order probably... they were so good before, yet it is still afatastic wine, that shoed a lot better day 2 in a proper glass, Zsalo makes it all... smoky, perfume...
Drink now ! Rayas amateurs... go for it
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12/29/2020 - Stanrocks Likes this wine: 92 Points
Second time I had that wine this year, although I hear the comments here but I cannot Acknowledge at all, this is a very complex wine, with a discreet yet very refined and lovely nose, rose petals, dried flowers and slight of that whole bunch style wines nose... palate is not big but very fruity and soft, build up and lingers onto something really flowery and softly balanced... fine and delicate wine... for aesthetics
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11/14/2020 - tastark Likes this wine:
Hard to believe this wine is only 12.7% ABV as the nose presents a lot of cola and other typical "ripe Pinot" notes. Wonder if they watered back? Not sure.
There's a touch of stemmy spice and vanilla. We wanted a touch more acidity, but it's a well made wine and is drinking really well right now.
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10/25/2020 - Gruffalius Likes this wine: 89 Points
In the lighter side. A bit tart. Bright red fruits. Good but not great.
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9/1/2020 - dburnett99 wrote: 91 Points
Good balance - 1/2 bottle's are perfect for a treat with a midweek dinner.
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5/29/2020 - srh Likes this wine:
Cf. the CellarTracker Article link [lower lft] to get specific info for this vintage, including acclaim.
Uncorked ≈100 min prior to 1st taste; Private Preserve after Day 1
N: Cherries & crans atop earth/minerals (iron?) with notes of spice, poss hints of mint?
P: Med body; RNDISH entry with NICE, ALMOST swtish frt met by an astringent pucker which transitions into a LONG finish that persists in its TANGY/swtness (70:30), gradually gaining in pleasantness over time. The firm, food friendly finish is way > the result of its acidity as opposed to the almost negligible, very, VERY fine tannins. How long a wine with such a profile will endure I find confounding. However, I think through '23 should be "safe". Went well with Grilled Grnd Beef topped with Manchego Cheese & Grilled Sirloin Steak, the frt leading to (cleansing) acidity being key. A well sourced/made wine, solidly my EXC-, but perhaps EXC with another 9-15 mos of cellaring?
// Day 3: Aromatically the earthiness was > prominent vis-a-vis the cherries than on Day 1. While the P showed decreased frt, I'd say it was still likely within the range of expectations. Went quite well with the night's Smkd BBQ Chx, better with it dry than when coated with the BBQ Sauce (vinegar based), though acceptable with that as well. Noted a BIT of very, VERY *fine* sediment in the bottom of my glass, which I *doubt* decanting would have prevented. [This bottle had been setting upright for ≈4 wks prior to opening.] 12.7% ABV; [As of early Jun '20, wine-searcher still shows multiple sources from $49-$73].
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5/24/2020 - VAGentleman wrote: 87 Points
Thin and a bit sour. Serviceable.
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5/1/2020 - gew71walsh wrote: 89 Points
Red berries. Not all that complex, but a good drinking wine that lasted through hors d'ouevres and rib eye. Medium finish. I like their Reserve and East and West Ridges a little better.
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3/14/2020 - tjbsmf Likes this wine: 92 Points
Purchased from winery and stored in wine fridge. Decanted about an hour.
Light ruby or even cranberry color. Dried cherry, raspberry, cranberry, mandarin orange. Savory notes are prominent: geraniums, dried herbs, smoke. A bit of salinity (or am I projecting?). Silky mouthfeel, long finish; bright acid focuses mid palette and finish.
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1/11/2020 - Sonoma-W Likes this wine: 94 Points
Very good -- lighter style -- light fruit; strawberry taste; medium acidity. Shows its coastal style
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8/31/2019 - Jammy Wine wrote: 85 Points
Tasted blind and I thought it was a modern winemaker from Cote de Beaune. High pitched new oak with small amount of whole cluster stemmy fruits. Racy acidity with cool climate red berry fruits. Village weight and depth but the masculine tannins (though soft) suggest it’s from a terroir I haven’t tasted enough? Cote de Beaune? Volnay village? 2014? (85/100)
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4/28/2019 - Slics wrote: 92 Points
Balance and restraint but still California. Wonderful.
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4/20/2019 - MuskokaWC wrote: 86 Points
Solid tannins but ends abruptly on the palate with very little fruit. Group finished the bottle once everything else was gone. This is the fourth bottle and it’s been similar every time.
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3/3/2019 - ozziewine Likes this wine: 89 Points
As usual, CT folks/notes help set expectations. I had a sense of what this was like...which may have helped it score higher.
This is pretty tart and light in body though it has some pleasant cranberry flavors...not real complex...and not our preferred style.
All that said, it was still an enjoyable wine...definitely give it some air.
Not crazy about the QPR...and not a compelling experience for my first Hirsch Pinot.
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1/19/2019 - FjordogFjell wrote: 89 Points
Smakt på Stavanger Vinforum vinmesse 2019
515 NOK
Elegant og sødmefull
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12/29/2018 - Krokfjord Likes this wine: 89 Points
Livlig, elegant, fruktig, fin pinot
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12/25/2018 - KennyGoodboy Likes this wine: 90 Points
Solid wine but not very fruity/flavorful. I am starting to sour on Hirsch at this price point but willing to withhold judgment until I've had a few more bottles.
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12/13/2018 - Deux Chevaux wrote:
From 375, at Zuni: Bright, savory, aromatically complex. Beautifully balanced, with refreshing acidity. Restrained, and not at all ungenerous. A fine example of cold coast pinot noir.
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10/26/2018 - mflesh wrote: 90 Points
Compared to the 13 Sojourn, this pinot just didn't compare. By far, the 09 KB and the 13 Sojourn outdrank it. Poured a little translucent. The nose was red cherry. Some herb. Finishes rather unidimensional. I think this one will be better in a couple of years. What this one needs is two years of bottle age. Just doesn't have the depth....now.
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9/24/2018 - JonnyG wrote: 90 Points
Came off as a bit backwards. More cranberry than cherry, with some bramble and muted spice. Was expecting more brightness.
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8/18/2018 - MdeCarabas Likes this wine: 90 Points
Little nose
Lovely clear light ruby, unusually pretty
Bright taut fruit, crunchy and light
Cranberries and raspberries and a little lemon rind
Minimal finish
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7/21/2018 - CJM wrote: 88 Points
Clear, pale garnet with slight rim browning. Graphite, strawberry, bramble. Low acids, medium to low tannins. Fennel. Medium balanced finish.
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7/7/2018 - canan wrote: 91 Points
Lovely and bright strawberry fruit. Overall a well made wine but also a bit plain. Silky and smooth.
Simply lacks excitement and edges to make it interesting.
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7/4/2018 - Bakerbd Likes this wine: 92 Points
Raspberry, Ranier cherry, spice, very fine tannin. Floral and lifted. Charming
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6/1/2018 - OenoEd wrote: 89 Points
Needs 40 minute decant before serious deliberation, as it is tight, tart, and lean before it opens. Interesting nose: acetic acid creates some complexity; there are unusual aromas of freesia, malt powder, and white chocolate. In the mouth, lots of raspberry, and black tea tannin, yet a lack of depth and complexity, overall a wine defined by its acidity, well suited for duck w raspberry balsamico sauce, or skewered grilled pork with a red berry glaze. Not built for aging, but perhaps more interesting in a year or two.
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5/20/2018 - PDavisMarble wrote: 93 Points
Purple-red. Fresh, perfumed nose -- raspberries and roses. some plum and cherry. Beautifully fresh and light with a long finish. All the pieces are there and the wine hangs together beautifully. Drunk from a magnum. Wine continued to open over 2 hours. This is a great SAF.
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4/25/2018 - isaacjamesbaker wrote: 92 Points
West Sonoma Coast Tasting (Washington, DC): Juicy raspberries and cherries and roses. Pretty and bright but some nice grip as well. Tangy red fruits laced with pepper, roses and black tea.
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4/6/2018 - Eric Guido Likes this wine: 93 Points
The nose showed dark crushed red berry fruits, with spicy hints of balsamic, and dusty dried flowers. On the palate, I found soft, silky textures with dark red fruits and hints of herbs, spice, and pretty inner florals. The finish was long, fresh and balanced, revealing a bit of its structural muscle with saturating cherry and spice.
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3/4/2018 - Kevin Cheng wrote: 85 Points
Drank the half bottle and didn't like it. Nose of strawberries / raspberries and some slight hint of smoke. Quite tart but mellows after airing for a while. Smooth tannins. Hopefully my bottle is better than the half.
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12/21/2017 - Winedog1 Likes this wine: 91 Points
Distinctly new world compared to the Burgundy imbibed side by side.
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11/29/2017 - phdizzle Likes this wine:
<insert smart tasting note here> Had at ultramarine / hirsch dinner at beekman.
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11/20/2017 - River Rat Likes this wine:
Notes from day 2. Pale transparent cranberry color faint hints of raspberry, cherry and pine. Tart red cherry and raspberry up front, creamy medium bodied mid-palate, strawberry laced finish backed up by some chalky tannins. Very gulpable at 12.7%abv.
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10/24/2017 - isaacjamesbaker wrote: 93 Points
Zachy's Extravaganza (Longview Gallery - Washington, DC): Cool, crisp but lots of bright red fruits and spices. Precise acidity, very bright and spicy but also some textural richness.
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9/23/2017 - JJYoyo Likes this wine: 90 Points
A racy aroma dominated by strawberry and a little fennel. Very distinctive. Light bodied and bright on the palate with a saline edge to it. Really different and enjoyable.
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9/14/2017 - chatters wrote:
Grand Cru Pinot (Harbour 220/L15 131 Macquarie Street): Slightly jubey, maraschino, cherry fruit with a little coffee and chocolate as well as sweet spice. On the palate it proves to be quite cherry with drying, talc textured tannins, joins the fruit. Time might help as the whole carries long.
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8/27/2017 - e-r.portzline wrote: 88 Points
Much better showing than 8 months ago. The acidity and fruit in better balance. Raspberry and strawberry on the nose and palate. This is either a better bottle and/or I was clearly wrong about it not improving with age.
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8/6/2017 - River Rat Likes this wine:
Light, elegant, cranberry, orange peel, pine needle, great minerality and acidity. This has an edginess to it that made it very interesting. Wonderfully refreshing @ 12.7abv
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5/5/2017 - stvjackson wrote: 80 Points
I can't help but wonder if this is just an off bottle, because this is completely unlike anything I've had from Hirsch before (and quite unlike most other comments so far). There's just no there there. Very little going on aromatically, with the barest hints of pie cherry and bramble (and it took a great amount of aeration to get that to come out). Palate has even less going on, with just a lot of acid and no fruit or tannin. Finish disappears nearly instantly. Extremely disappointing, which is a huge surprise given the consistently high quality I've had from Hirsch. Hopefully this bottle is just one of those dumb ones that shows up periodically in any vintage.
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4/27/2017 - beezer6 wrote: 91 Points
Taste at bellyQ with Jasmine Hirsch.
Lovely fresh fruit. Elegant and restrained. Blood orange, light savory meat and some Old World rusticity.
Really nice.
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3/6/2017 - depechemoroder Likes this wine: 91 Points
More open than the '13, fine elegance and texture on the palate, fruit is more fragrant and lush. Long pleasant finish.
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2/16/2017 - kingkanu wrote:
Hirsch Vineyards Tasting with Jasmine Hirsch (London Cru): An estate blend of 30 different parcels from 50% old vines the rest mid aged. This wine was juicier than the '13 but retained more elegance, clearly from the same family line.
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1/22/2017 - e-r.portzline Does not like this wine: 83 Points
Drank over two nights. The first night, really acidic, tight, lacking balance, even after being opened and decanted for two hours. Tasted like a mixture of watered-down grenadine and Kool-Aid. Second night (after vac-u-vin and a cool place), the acidity had been tamed, the fruit a bit more evident. Raspberry and strawberry on the nose, but weak strawberry on the palate. Remarkable for how uninteresting this wine is. I don't think this will improve with age. Not a great showing.
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