I ended up liking this more than expected. This was Cirq’s inaugural vintage. I normally enjoy a bit more crunchy/bright Pinots, but this showed well in a flight of all 2011 Cali wines.
Likely at peak (this has integrated to the point where I don’t see this improving in profile), this was high toned and very aromatic, but only after 30mins (was initially fairly muted). Potpurri, violets, bright red and black berries, and lots of spice. Improved from bottle over the course of two hours. Initially broad on the palate, it dials everything in toward the finish. Juicy fruits and dark plum. ABV pokes out just a bit. Best around cellar temp. Pop now and enjoy.
I ended up liking this more than expected. This was Cirq’s inaugural vintage. I normally enjoy a bit more crunchy/bright Pinots, but this showed well in a flight of all 2011 Cali wines.
Likely at peak (this has integrated to the point where I don’t see this improving in profile), this was high toned and very aromatic, but only after 30mins (was initially fairly muted). Potpurri, violets, bright red and black berries, and lots of spice. Improved from bottle over the course of two hours. Initially broad on the palate, it dials everything in toward the finish. Juicy fruits and dark plum. ABV pokes out just a bit. Best around cellar temp. Pop now and enjoy.
May 20th, 2023
Lovely showing where cherries and strawberries are not ripe and tart, providing grip and s acidic spine which beautifully balanced its concentrated and dense fruit and structure. This was my last which is sad as its best years are ahead.
Lovely showing where cherries and strawberries are not ripe and tart, providing grip and s acidic spine which beautifully balanced its concentrated and dense fruit and structure. This was my last which is sad as its best years are ahead.
1 person found it helpfulJan 3rd, 2016Stunning debut wine! Silky, smooth and wonderfully balanced, this youngster offer abundant red berries, spice and fine-tuned oak flavors, finishing long, defined, fresh and promising.
Stunning debut wine! Silky, smooth and wonderfully balanced, this youngster offer abundant red berries, spice and fine-tuned oak flavors, finishing long, defined, fresh and promising.
Jun 1st, 2014
Russian River Valley, Sonoma County, California, USA
