2003 Bishop's Peak (Talley Vineyards) Pinot Noir

Community Tasting Notes (2) Avg Score: 84.7 points

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  6/21/2006 - ksmith wrote: 85 Points

  Cherry and strawberry fruit, but seems to be dominated by alcohol. Not a particularly balanced pinot; I can do better at this price point so am unlikely to repurchase
  The longer this is open, the more oakiness is apparent. I'm starting to think I'm drinking oak tea!

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  4/22/2006 - Fat Hobbit wrote: 84 Points

  Popped and poured. This started as a simple, soft fruity wine with no real structure. By mid-bottle, a nice earthy note developed on mid palate and finish. But then alcohol heat quickly took over on the finish and this became harsh. The fruit also changed and took on the profile of a burly petite syrah. Not very pinot-like at all, and not the qpr that a bogle or castle rock p.s. offer.

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