Starts with light herbal aromas of rose, popouri and strawberry with a whiff of earthy tobacco. Mild tannins with minimal sweetness. Unfortunately the pallate is slightly overwhelmed by the acidity & alcohol but hints of wild blueberry and clove make it through. However, it definitely improved as the wine decanted for an hour allowing more fruit to shine through. Paired with Cornish game hen with rosemary stuffing. ($7)
Starts with light herbal aromas of rose, popouri and strawberry with a whiff of earthy tobacco. Mild tannins with minimal sweetness. Unfortunately the pallate is slightly overwhelmed by the acidity & alcohol but hints of wild blueberry and clove make it through. However, it definitely improved as the wine decanted for an hour allowing more fruit to shine through. Paired with Cornish game hen with rosemary stuffing. ($7)
6 people found it helpfulMar 12th, 2016
I've had other styles by this producer and was mightily impressed. This time, not so much. It's dark and fruity, but a little too brash for Pinot Noir, IMHO. I like mine a little more elegant.
I've had other styles by this producer and was mightily impressed. This time, not so much. It's dark and fruity, but a little too brash for Pinot Noir, IMHO. I like mine a little more elegant.
5 people found it helpfulAug 21st, 2016
Light yet rich, smooth... paired well with walnuts and fig spread
Light yet rich, smooth... paired well with walnuts and fig spread
3 people found it helpfulDec 8th, 2016
Best Pinot for the price I've ever had.
Best Pinot for the price I've ever had.
3 people found it helpfulDec 4th, 2016
great value. though this winery makes a better petit Syrah than this Pinot
great value. though this winery makes a better petit Syrah than this Pinot
3 people found it helpfulJan 29th, 2015
Simple, a smidge sweet, very mild tannins and light/ weak structure. Overall good and bright fruit notes
Simple, a smidge sweet, very mild tannins and light/ weak structure. Overall good and bright fruit notes
1 person found it helpfulNov 26th, 2020
Another really enjoyable Pinot Noir. More body than expected. Nice leathery flavor with a hint of toasted nuts in the bouquet.
Another really enjoyable Pinot Noir. More body than expected. Nice leathery flavor with a hint of toasted nuts in the bouquet.
1 person found it helpfulJul 9th, 2019
Trending toward cherry juice with some nice acid in the finish that partially redeems this otherwise single dimensional wine. Suitable as a party wine and, hey, I got it for free, so no complaints.
Trending toward cherry juice with some nice acid in the finish that partially redeems this otherwise single dimensional wine. Suitable as a party wine and, hey, I got it for free, so no complaints.
1 person found it helpfulAug 16th, 2018
Well priced. Fruit heavy. Lacked some acidity.
Well priced. Fruit heavy. Lacked some acidity.
1 person found it helpfulAug 21st, 2017
Good, better next day- could taste peppery notes. Medium body, light in color semi complex taste.
Good, better next day- could taste peppery notes. Medium body, light in color semi complex taste.
1 person found it helpfulDec 6th, 2016
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