racy with ample notes of ripe citrus, apple and mid palate turned more fuller body even tiny bit oily towards the end come the hints of stony minerality. high acidity, well balanced. what a delicious wine. — 7 years ago
Much better than the other 2 (so far) Russian River "test" Pinots, Annabelle and Ron Rubin - not at all "thin" as those previous test wines. Fuller body, richer, full flavored with credible fruit - a "deeper" Pinot. Great on the palate, good balance, very tasty finish. Comparative class still not up more expensive class of most Mueller, Siduri, Merry Edwards and Kosta Brown Pinots - but very drinkable. Twin Liquors wine expert considered it finer quality than 2 previous test wines, more like French Burgundy. A good value at $24/btl. — 7 years ago
Great Chablis, mineral notes and crisp finish. A little fuller bodied than I expected. — 8 years ago
Yum. A smooth fuller tasting Cab Franc — 9 years ago
In the fuller style of a Duckhorn Goldeneye.
It's really a very enjoyable bottle. Outstanding balance with a really clean finish. You can't go wrong. — 9 years ago
This is one of those beefy, velvety pinots that has a richer, fuller body than most. Because of that, I really like it. If you like soft lush wines, you will too. This is a nice wine. — 9 years ago
A little fuller NZ style. Nice mid-week wine — 6 years ago
Consistent quality year in and year out . The difference is how the fruit is presented. The 2015 version presents the same quality fruit and balance as previous vintages, the difference is the fruit is showcased in a fuller, rounder light in 2015. Lacks some of the focus that the ‘14 had that I prefer but in no way does this take away from the high quality of this wine. — 6 years ago
This took about 10 minutes from being opened to start showing a rich strawberry and a very showy mineral nose. A nice juxtaposition from the riper and fuller 2015. This is lean and restrained. Funky and nice as always. I have a mag I think I will keep another 2 years. — 8 years ago
The last, and best, of my stash. Just a little fuller and broader across the palate compared to the one drunk in January this year. Absolutely a point. — 9 years ago
Look - Pale platinum
Smell - Crisp Apple, pale pear, light citrus, limestone, mineral
Taste - fuller body than expected, dry, low tannin, floral and light finish — 6 years ago
We had this on 3/17-18/19. Silky texture. Tastes of black cherry, plum, spice and cardomom. Medium bodied wine but fuller than one from Sonoma or Oregon. Better than expected. — 7 years ago
Fuller bodied, but still more light / feminine — 7 years ago
Flavorful, easy drinking, surprisingly good. — 8 years ago
This Pinot was delicious! A fuller bodied Pinot! — 9 years ago
Gorgeous color. 14.2% alc. Rich red fruits, with chocolate and a darker fruit undertone. Almost sweet tasting. Long finish, drinking really well at this point. Almost drinks like a "cross" between RRV and Sonoma Coast. A superb example of California Pinot Noir, esp if you like a fuller, richer style. — 9 years ago
Willie Carter
A medium garnet color with a wide rim. Classic Barbaresco nose of dried roses, cherries, and dark chocolate. Absolutely gorgeous on the nose. This is one of those producers where you just know that it’s going to be good. A fuller bodied Nebbiolo that’s dancing gracefully at the moment. Ripe tannins that do need a bit of air before the fruit can be fully uncovered. Silky smooth on the tongue and just plain delectable. Touches of leather and dried herbs to go along with the oak, stewed plums, and more cherries on the palate. Chocolate mousse and tobacco follow on the long finish. This can definitely hold up a for several more years but I wouldn’t blame you for opening now. — 6 years ago