“Loring Purple” in color, of course. The nose is distinctive with a definite sweetness. Notes of sweet cherry, black cherry, cola, perhaps some Dr. Pepper, a bit of cranberry, all continuing through the rather long finish. Bright on the palate, the wine has a distinct sweetness, but not at all cloying. The acidity is spot on and holds the wine in balance. This is distinctly different from other Loring Pinots. I email with Brian who confirmed that it does have a higher RS than his other wines, coming in at 1.9g/liter. Whoa! Light sediment. 14.3% alc. With assorted cheeses including Stilton with country ham and crusty bread. This paired well with the Stilton and will pair well with Thai and other pan-Asian fare. 01.12.24. Recommended.
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PnP'd, red fruit on the nose immediate on pouring. Tart with very fine tannins, medium finish, and seems to be getting longer as I drink. Very enjoyable.
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Bright red fruits for days on the nose. Strawberries and raspberries with a slight menthol note. Nice medium acid, and low tannins. Feels de-stemmed or minimal % of whole clusters. Clearly from the central coast with its luscious and clean red fruit flavour profile. Quite approachable now, though it's all primary flavours and fruit forward. A few years in bottle would likely help.
Closure: Stelvin Decant: 2h Stem: Gabriel Glas StandArt
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I like the concentration and mouthfeel of this - much more luxurious than a typical SLH Pinot. It's got a lot of spice on the palate. Not much structure, so it's drinkable now, but it's big and moderately complex.
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1/12/2024 - timewithwine Likes this wine:
“Loring Purple” in color, of course. The nose is distinctive with a definite sweetness. Notes of sweet cherry, black cherry, cola, perhaps some Dr. Pepper, a bit of cranberry, all continuing through the rather long finish. Bright on the palate, the wine has a distinct sweetness, but not at all cloying. The acidity is spot on and holds the wine in balance. This is distinctly different from other Loring Pinots. I email with Brian who confirmed that it does have a higher RS than his other wines, coming in at 1.9g/liter. Whoa! Light sediment. 14.3% alc. With assorted cheeses including Stilton with country ham and crusty bread. This paired well with the Stilton and will pair well with Thai and other pan-Asian fare. 01.12.24. Recommended.
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5/29/2022 - Quaffing in Colorado Likes this wine: 92 Points
Typical stunning, voluptuous, fruit forward Loring treatment of PN. Fantastic single vineyard.
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1/4/2022 - Giller63 Likes this wine: 91 Points
PnP'd, red fruit on the nose immediate on pouring. Tart with very fine tannins, medium finish, and seems to be getting longer as I drink. Very enjoyable.
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9/7/2021 - BrunelloBob wrote: 89 Points
A bit underweight. 88-89
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7/2/2021 - rcb25 Likes this wine:
Bright red fruits for days on the nose. Strawberries and raspberries with a slight menthol note. Nice medium acid, and low tannins. Feels de-stemmed or minimal % of whole clusters. Clearly from the central coast with its luscious and clean red fruit flavour profile. Quite approachable now, though it's all primary flavours and fruit forward. A few years in bottle would likely help.
Closure: Stelvin
Decant: 2h
Stem: Gabriel Glas StandArt
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6/13/2021 - Gruffalius Likes this wine: 92 Points
Quite good with some darker tones.
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2/20/2021 - BobMilton Likes this wine: 92 Points
Good red fruit (strawberries in particular)
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12/6/2020 - gravedee Likes this wine: 93 Points
I like the concentration and mouthfeel of this - much more luxurious than a typical SLH Pinot. It's got a lot of spice on the palate. Not much structure, so it's drinkable now, but it's big and moderately complex.
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3/8/2020 - macavity wrote: 90 Points
Well integrated. A hint of oak and mushroom nose. Bright cherry flavor and medium finish.
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