The 2015 Böen Russian River Valley Pinot Noir really comes on strong, but it does so in a very affecting way. California Pinot is always too ripe for me, too dark, too strong. But this wine is a savory gem that begs you to find its eccentricities appealing. Black as a moonless night, the Böen gives some of the strongest aromas of cola and black tea that I've ever noted in Pinot Noir. Heavy blackberries and plums also are in there. On the palate… well, just be ready is all I can tell you. It packs a wallop. The alcohol is predictably high, but it’s more the intensity of the flavors that grab me by the lapels and slap me around. If you like Burgundy, this is probably overload. If you like Syrah, get on board.
The 2015 Böen Russian River Valley Pinot Noir really comes on strong, but it does so in a very affecting way. California Pinot is always too ripe for me, too dark, too strong. But this wine is a savory gem that begs you to find its eccentricities appealing. Black as a moonless night, the Böen gives some of the strongest aromas of cola and black tea that I've ever noted in Pinot Noir. Heavy blackberries and plums also are in there. On the palate… well, just be ready is all I can tell you. It packs a wallop. The alcohol is predictably high, but it’s more the intensity of the flavors that grab me by the lapels and slap me around. If you like Burgundy, this is probably overload. If you like Syrah, get on board.
7 people found it helpfulJan 19th, 2017
Last ‘15. Owner and Winemaker Joe Wagner’s agricultural roots as a lifelong grapegrower and winemaker. Medium Ruby with black berry fruit aromas and sweet spice notes. On the palate blueberry & blackberry flavors with vanilla oak notes, well balanced. Soft sweet tannins, long finish ending with fruit and spice notes. Very nice. Great value. Met Joe Wagner at a tasting in CT.
Last ‘15. Owner and Winemaker Joe Wagner’s agricultural roots as a lifelong grapegrower and winemaker. Medium Ruby with black berry fruit aromas and sweet spice notes. On the palate blueberry & blackberry flavors with vanilla oak notes, well balanced. Soft sweet tannins, long finish ending with fruit and spice notes. Very nice. Great value. Met Joe Wagner at a tasting in CT.
2 people found it helpfulFeb 18th, 2021
Body: Med, Alcohol: High, Tannins: Med/Low, Sugar: Semi Acidity: Med
Body: Med, Alcohol: High, Tannins: Med/Low, Sugar: Semi Acidity: Med
1 person found it helpfulNov 16th, 2019From the Wagner Family. Ruby with berry fruit aromas and herb scents. On the palate cherry and cranberry flavors with earthy notes and floral spice. Good balance, soft texture on lingering finish ending with earthy tones. Very nice, good value.
From the Wagner Family. Ruby with berry fruit aromas and herb scents. On the palate cherry and cranberry flavors with earthy notes and floral spice. Good balance, soft texture on lingering finish ending with earthy tones. Very nice, good value.
1 person found it helpfulJan 2nd, 2019Owner and Winemaker Joe Wagner’s agricultural roots as a lifelong grapegrower and winemaker. Ruby with black berry fruit aromas and sweet spice notes. On the palate blueberry & blackberry flavors with vanilla oak notes, well balanced. Soft sweet tannins, lingering ending with fruit and spice notes. Very nice. Great value. Tasting Sample. Met Joe Wagner at a tasting in CT.
Owner and Winemaker Joe Wagner’s agricultural roots as a lifelong grapegrower and winemaker. Ruby with black berry fruit aromas and sweet spice notes. On the palate blueberry & blackberry flavors with vanilla oak notes, well balanced. Soft sweet tannins, lingering ending with fruit and spice notes. Very nice. Great value. Tasting Sample. Met Joe Wagner at a tasting in CT.
1 person found it helpfulOct 16th, 2018
Russian River Valley, Sonoma County, California, USA
