At first, this was too sweet- almost syrupy. But with air, all kinds of earthy complexity emerged. Still, not for those who wish for an understated, restrained pinot.
At first, this was too sweet- almost syrupy. But with air, all kinds of earthy complexity emerged. Still, not for those who wish for an understated, restrained pinot.
Oct 17th, 2016
Great value buy at $40 to drink now.
Appearance: garnet, running to ruby red. Clear.
Nose: nice nose. floral
Taste: sweet red berries, bright fruit, hint of mint, good structure but more on the tannic side.
Finish: nice soft finish. lingers nicely. Food wine and solo drinker.
Food: paired with coq au vin. Outstanding pairing.
Drink: Now - 2017 not an aging wine
Galloni: 92 pts (2/14)
RP: 92 pts (4/13)
ST: 92 pts (6/13)
Note: Think the hansel chardonnays are where it is at. None the less good pinot for $40.
Great value buy at $40 to drink now.
Appearance: garnet, running to ruby red. Clear.
Nose: nice nose. floral
Taste: sweet red berries, bright fruit, hint of mint, good structure but more on the tannic side.
Finish: nice soft finish. lingers nicely. Food wine and solo drinker.
Food: paired with coq au vin. Outstanding pairing.
Drink: Now - 2017 not an aging wine
Galloni: 92 pts (2/14)
RP: 92 pts (4/13)
ST: 92 pts (6/13)
Note: Think the hansel chardonnays are where it is at. None the less good pinot for $40.
Jan 19th, 2015
Russian River Valley, Sonoma County, California, USA
