In celebration of Veterans Day...dark fruit, birch beer, sassafras, decent acidity. — 6 years ago
Beautiful, could easily pass as Premier Cru Burgundy. 50 year old vines of Mass Selection clones. Iron and Mineral aromatics create a lovely frame for the beautiful Sonoma fruit. Great site. — 7 years ago
This was great! — 11 years ago
Happy New Year!! — 2 years ago
We loved this wine . It’s easy to drink . Smooth and delicious even with out food — 7 years ago
Pretty balanced zin from a very pretty winery. Taste is not over the top. — 8 years ago
Beautiful and peppery — 9 years ago
Best White Ever! — 12 years ago
Beautifully well balanced RRV Chardonnay, good lemon curd, and oak balance with no malolactic fermentation. Really excellent with Mahi fillets, and lemon gnocchi. Outstanding value @$12 at local wine/food clearance store — 6 years ago
2005. First harvest. Stunning. — 8 years ago
Benovia's 2010 Sonoma Coast #PinotNoir. What are you drinking this weekend? — 12 years ago
Mark Osmers
The Benovia Pinot Noir (2019) opens with an inviting bouquet that immediately signals elegance. On the palate, it is silky and refined, carrying a texture that glides effortlessly across the tongue. The medium acidity provides balance, keeping the wine lively without overwhelming its softer qualities.
Flavors unfold in layers: dark berry notes—think blackberry and black cherry—form the core, offering richness and depth. These fruit tones are complemented by hints of baking spice, adding warmth and complexity that linger through the finish. Together, the fruit and spice creates a pleasing profile that is approachable and sophisticated.
The Benovia Pinot Noir’s structure is graceful, with tannins that are gentle yet supportive, allowing the flavors to shine without harshness. Its finish is long and smooth, leaving behind a memory of ripe fruit and a whisper of spice.
Overall, this is a lovely Pinot Noir! And I recommend it. — 8 months ago