Joel Gott Wines
Santa Barbara County Pinot Noir
Santa Barbara County, Central Coast, California, USA
As I drink deeply of this much anticipated noir, I am welcomed by the rough oaky feel in my mouth. As this nectar of Dionysus flows over my tongue I am greeted by the tartness of cranberries. Is there no end to his gifts of harvest?
As I drink deeply of this much anticipated noir, I am welcomed by the rough oaky feel in my mouth. As this nectar of Dionysus flows over my tongue I am greeted by the tartness of cranberries. Is there no end to his gifts of harvest?
2 people found it helpfulAug 26th, 2016
Rich, juicy, and fruit forward in style, this Santa Barbara Pinot might be a crowd pleaser but lacks the subtlety which makes Pinot Noir special. Begins with aromas of cherry, plum sauce, along with vanilla on the nose. The palate presents quite a lively acidity throughout with bright cherry, cranberry which clashes with a heavy oak influence on the mid-palate and finish. Overall a disappointing wine for me, but still paired alright with movie night movie night and popcorn! [7/8/23] ($15)
Rich, juicy, and fruit forward in style, this Santa Barbara Pinot might be a crowd pleaser but lacks the subtlety which makes Pinot Noir special. Begins with aromas of cherry, plum sauce, along with vanilla on the nose. The palate presents quite a lively acidity throughout with bright cherry, cranberry which clashes with a heavy oak influence on the mid-palate and finish. Overall a disappointing wine for me, but still paired alright with movie night movie night and popcorn! [7/8/23] ($15)
1 person found it helpfulJul 8th, 2023Very smooth, light tannins and red fruit flavors. Slightly sour early on but that quickly mellowed nicely with hints of vanilla. Good California Pinot.
Very smooth, light tannins and red fruit flavors. Slightly sour early on but that quickly mellowed nicely with hints of vanilla. Good California Pinot.
1 person found it helpfulDec 25th, 2018
Opaque cherry-plum color in the glass. Initially a touch of alcohol heat on the nose, seems to be dropping off as the wine opens up. Now more strawberry jam and cherries on the nose. Just a little tangy bitter at first. As the wine opens up I get ripe red fruit flavors. Winemaker Notes: Aromas of sweet cherries and baking spiced, with a hint of smoke. Ripe red fruit flavors are followed by elegantly balanced acidity and soft, velvety tannins. Juicy smooth, dry yet fruity. Okay wine for the price, be patient and let it sit for a good 30-45 minutes! 88
Opaque cherry-plum color in the glass. Initially a touch of alcohol heat on the nose, seems to be dropping off as the wine opens up. Now more strawberry jam and cherries on the nose. Just a little tangy bitter at first. As the wine opens up I get ripe red fruit flavors. Winemaker Notes: Aromas of sweet cherries and baking spiced, with a hint of smoke. Ripe red fruit flavors are followed by elegantly balanced acidity and soft, velvety tannins. Juicy smooth, dry yet fruity. Okay wine for the price, be patient and let it sit for a good 30-45 minutes! 88
1 person found it helpfulJan 24th, 2017
Fresh cherry, strawberry, and cranberry with a hint of smoke. Light tannins, medium alcohol, and moderate plus acid.
Fresh cherry, strawberry, and cranberry with a hint of smoke. Light tannins, medium alcohol, and moderate plus acid.
Dec 1st, 2020
California Pinot Noir with bitter cherry notes, and an Astringent finish.
California Pinot Noir with bitter cherry notes, and an Astringent finish.
Jul 8th, 2020
A little more depth and complexity than the A to Z Pinot. Tannins make for a slightly bitter finish.
A little more depth and complexity than the A to Z Pinot. Tannins make for a slightly bitter finish.
Feb 10th, 2020
Smooth Pinot Noir. Not many Tannins, thumbs up
Smooth Pinot Noir. Not many Tannins, thumbs up
Dec 24th, 2019