Still going with the Pinot trend/craving... New world with old world panache. Palate better than the nose: cherry, mushroom and hints of game. Fuller, meatier than an old world Pinot on the palate, not oaky (which is a pleasant surprise), 14 yo wine and alcohol still feels medium, high acidity, low and velvety tannins, earthiness takes center stage; long sour cherry finish. Pulled this on a whim to pair with Lamb Chops and rosemary potatoes and Parmesan squash, worked wonderfully! First time I decant Pinot, due to broken cork. Probably only helped the wine since it was so full. Cheers.
Still going with the Pinot trend/craving... New world with old world panache. Palate better than the nose: cherry, mushroom and hints of game. Fuller, meatier than an old world Pinot on the palate, not oaky (which is a pleasant surprise), 14 yo wine and alcohol still feels medium, high acidity, low and velvety tannins, earthiness takes center stage; long sour cherry finish. Pulled this on a whim to pair with Lamb Chops and rosemary potatoes and Parmesan squash, worked wonderfully! First time I decant Pinot, due to broken cork. Probably only helped the wine since it was so full. Cheers.
Apr 10th, 2023
Slightly disappointing- no particular issues, just a little unexciting, bland
Slightly disappointing- no particular issues, just a little unexciting, bland
Jan 1st, 2013
Carneros, North Coast, California, USA
