Jarman
Carmel Valley Pinot Noir
Carmel Valley, Central Coast, California, USA
The Jarman Pinot Noir 2013 is medium dark in the glass with a rosy brick-colored shade along the edge. Aromas of tart, dark berries and coffee come up immediately. The nose is anything but shy. On the palate, tartness and a coffee note also play large, with a mild acidity and gentle tannic structure. It’s a big wine - not as elegant or as subtle as I want a Pinot Noir to be, but in California it seldom is.
The Jarman Pinot Noir 2013 is medium dark in the glass with a rosy brick-colored shade along the edge. Aromas of tart, dark berries and coffee come up immediately. The nose is anything but shy. On the palate, tartness and a coffee note also play large, with a mild acidity and gentle tannic structure. It’s a big wine - not as elegant or as subtle as I want a Pinot Noir to be, but in California it seldom is.
Oct 31st, 2016
Jarman – Pinot Noir 2014
Carmel Valley, Central Coast, California – USA 🇺🇸
Overview
Estate-grown Pinot Noir from Carmel Valley, a cooler pocket within California’s Central Coast, known for producing elegant, terroir-driven wines. Jarman focuses on small-lot, expressive bottlings.
Aromas & Flavors
The wine opens with softened red cherry, baked strawberry, and dried cranberry, framed by subtle notes of earth, dried rose petals, and faint cedar. Age has muted some brightness, but left behind intriguing savory tones.
Mouthfeel
Medium-bodied with softened tannins and fading acidity. The wine has moved past its peak vibrancy, yet still offers a smooth, mellow texture and gentle finish.
Winemaking Notes
Crafted as a classic estate expression of Carmel Valley Pinot Noir, aged in French oak. By 2024, its prime drinking window has passed, but it still shows grace and character.
Food Pairing
Pairs nicely with roasted poultry, mushroom risotto, or even a simple charcuterie board to complement its more delicate, matured flavors.
Verdict
No longer in its prime, but still enjoyable for those who appreciate the subtlety and softness of aged Pinot Noir. A reminder of how gracefully Central Coast Pinot can evolve. Cheers!
Jarman – Pinot Noir 2014
Carmel Valley, Central Coast, California – USA 🇺🇸
Overview
Estate-grown Pinot Noir from Carmel Valley, a cooler pocket within California’s Central Coast, known for producing elegant, terroir-driven wines. Jarman focuses on small-lot, expressive bottlings.
Aromas & Flavors
The wine opens with softened red cherry, baked strawberry, and dried cranberry, framed by subtle notes of earth, dried rose petals, and faint cedar. Age has muted some brightness, but left behind intriguing savory tones.
Mouthfeel
Medium-bodied with softened tannins and fading acidity. The wine has moved past its peak vibrancy, yet still offers a smooth, mellow texture and gentle finish.
Winemaking Notes
Crafted as a classic estate expression of Carmel Valley Pinot Noir, aged in French oak. By 2024, its prime drinking window has passed, but it still shows grace and character.
Food Pairing
Pairs nicely with roasted poultry, mushroom risotto, or even a simple charcuterie board to complement its more delicate, matured flavors.
Verdict
No longer in its prime, but still enjoyable for those who appreciate the subtlety and softness of aged Pinot Noir. A reminder of how gracefully Central Coast Pinot can evolve. Cheers!
Deeper rich tones unlike traditional Pinot. Enjoyable.
Deeper rich tones unlike traditional Pinot. Enjoyable.
Jan 22nd, 2024
Special wine named after a high school classmate
Special wine named after a high school classmate
Mar 7th, 2019
