This opened bright, good color, bright, nice cherry fruit on the nose, vibrant on palate, soft tanins, nice finish. After being opened for about 40 minutes it turned murky/cloudy and lost it's finish. Clearly past the peak window yet a wonderful wine none-the-less.
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My very last bottle of the 2001 Rochioli East Block. All 6 that I've drank over the past 5 years have been wonderful. This last bottle was decanted for about 1 hour, than enjoyed over 3 hours. The aroma in the glass was subtle fruits and a little forest floor. Not over-powering at all. On the palette there were lots of berries and spices obvious. The remaining tannins were gentle on the taste buds. Overall this Pinot was really great. Think it would have lasted another year or 2. Wish I had more.
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4/21/2024 - daved Likes this wine: 94 Points
hard to believe, but it was a little better on day 2
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12/3/2017 - Minnesota wrote: 96 Points
Exquisite. Classic Russian River profile. Soft yet well-structured. One of our best pinots consumed this year. Regrettably, no more in the cellar.
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12/4/2013 - SeagreenWench Likes this wine: 94 Points
This opened bright, good color, bright, nice cherry fruit on the nose, vibrant on palate, soft tanins, nice finish. After being opened for about 40 minutes it turned murky/cloudy and lost it's finish. Clearly past the peak window yet a wonderful wine none-the-less.
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5/6/2013 - RAMwines Likes this wine: 95 Points
My very last bottle of the 2001 Rochioli East Block. All 6 that I've drank over the past 5 years have been wonderful. This last bottle was decanted for about 1 hour, than enjoyed over 3 hours. The aroma in the glass was subtle fruits and a little forest floor. Not over-powering at all. On the palette there were lots of berries and spices obvious. The remaining tannins were gentle on the taste buds. Overall this Pinot was really great. Think it would have lasted another year or 2. Wish I had more.
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2/9/2013 - mlawren1 wrote: 80 Points
Wine is gone, some mushroom and herbs but no fruit left. Its drinkable but not enjoyable.
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