This wine is definitely in the ripe/extracted/dense category of pinot noir, not quite "pinot-syrah" but tends that way. Still, a nice wine that is balanced and juicy, with ample oak influence and a dark berry and earth mid palate. Still in great shape at 12 years of age, but should be consumed in the near term.
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RP had it perfect, although I'd rate it a couple points higher than he -- sweet cherry, dried herb, earth, and spice characteristics along with good structure, depth and acid. We really enjoyed this wine.
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11/11/2015 - IlonaN wrote: 89 Points
This wine is definitely in the ripe/extracted/dense category of pinot noir, not quite "pinot-syrah" but tends that way. Still, a nice wine that is balanced and juicy, with ample oak influence and a dark berry and earth mid palate. Still in great shape at 12 years of age, but should be consumed in the near term.
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9/27/2009 - no leashes wrote: 90 Points
RP had it perfect, although I'd rate it a couple points higher than he -- sweet cherry, dried herb, earth, and spice characteristics along with good structure, depth and acid. We really enjoyed this wine.
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2/22/2008 - jvalanti wrote: 88 Points
Very dark - a little stewed tasting, but decent acidity and good fruit. Not a great qpr.
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