Vasanth Balakrishnan

8.2

For $5.50 at Costco I had to try two bottles of this; Alas while it offers some enticing cherry and spicy dark berry aromas, it’s somewhat coarse on the palate with excessive oak, uncouth tannins - graceful this is not, but for that outstanding price it’s bound to make some CA #pinotnoir lovers happy. I’d recommend the Chilensis at $9 as a much better QPR option. — 16 days ago

MICHAEL COOPER

Owner TomeVinos wine shops, WSET Level 3, Blogger www.spanishwinesandmore.com, blog.tomevinos.com

9.2

Reminiscent of an old world #pinotnoir there’s a bitterness on the pallet like a black tea bag. Red fruit and potpourri on the nose. Very good. #newzealand — 3 months ago

MICHAEL COOPER

Owner TomeVinos wine shops, WSET Level 3, Blogger www.spanishwinesandmore.com, blog.tomevinos.com

9.1

It was pleasant but there really wasn’t the sustenance or the intensity that I was hoping for. #chambollemusigny #pinotnoir #burgundywine — 3 months ago

with Ron

MICHAEL COOPER

Owner TomeVinos wine shops, WSET Level 3, Blogger www.spanishwinesandmore.com, blog.tomevinos.com

9.0

Solid #pinotnoir from #marlborough I’ve always loved this wine. It has some bitterness to it, but it’s a good bitterness like an oolong tea. It’s aging well. — 2 months ago

with Rosario

MICHAEL COOPER

Owner TomeVinos wine shops, WSET Level 3, Blogger www.spanishwinesandmore.com, blog.tomevinos.com

8.9

Borderline 9.0 it is very good but not outstanding. Definitely better on the palate than on the nose. On the palate it has a lovely sweet spice finish with hints of cedar, sage and clove. #pinotnoir #newzealand — 2 months ago

Vanessa D

8.9

Ruby hue with fuchsia rim variation. Medium tearing. Bright red fruit on the nose; notes of cherries, strawberry rhubarb, raspberry, violet, dried rose, wet slate, and potting soil. Delicate leather and dusty notes on the palate. Light and vibrant Willamette Valley Pinot with loads of red fruit characteristics and moderate acidity that dances on the palate. ABV 14.1%. Vintage 2017.
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#pennerashwinecellars #willamettevalley #willamettevalleywine #pinotnoir #pinotvino #newworldpinot #oregonpinot #heartbreakgrape — 3 months ago

with Deked1

MICHAEL COOPER

Owner TomeVinos wine shops, WSET Level 3, Blogger www.spanishwinesandmore.com, blog.tomevinos.com

8.9

Nice. But a little past it’s prime. Look for an earlier vintage. #pinotnoir #newzealand — 2 months ago

with Rosario

MICHAEL COOPER

Owner TomeVinos wine shops, WSET Level 3, Blogger www.spanishwinesandmore.com, blog.tomevinos.com

9.0

Outstanding #pinotnoir from #elgin #southafrica intense aromas of flowers (violets and lavender) and a hint of gunpowder. — 2 months ago

Vasanth Balakrishnan

8.8

Quffable, complex #maulevalley #pinotnoir. Lush blackberry nose, delicate body with robust acidity, some coffee notes and peppery spice on the finish which trails off gradually. The only faults here are grippy tannins that are inelegant on such a long finish. For $9 at Costco, I can’t imagine a better QPR Pinot out there. I rolled the dice on another 92-93 Suckling rating special and came up with a winner. — 3 months ago

Vanessa D

9.0

Pale purple and ruby hues with a delicate haze. Black cherry crisp, raspberry jam, plum sauce, almond paste, vanilla bean, spearmint, sage, sweet basil, molasses, cardamom, lemongrass, and dried lavender notes on the nose. Tart cherries and herbal influences on the palate. Medium- body and medium acidity. Nicely balanced with a semblance of reserve softening into a juicy ripeness with each encounter. Pairs nicely with herbed pork tenderloin wrapped in prosciutto, roasted butternut squash, and steamed haricots verts.

Vintage 2013. ABV 14.2%.

#testarossa #doctorsvineyard #santaluciahighlands #pinotnoir #newworldpinot — 4 months ago

with Deked1