Glass Pinot Noir

2008 was another drought year in Napa Valley, making the vines relatively less vigorous withsmaller berries. Bud break in Artesa's Carneros vineyard occurred the usual time -- from mid tolate March -- but a severe frost limited the crop size even further. The vineyard team worked hardthrough the season to ensure even ripeness among the berries. A long heat spell ...

This Pinot is leap out the glass good. The wine has a beautiful rich nose of blackberry pie fresh from the oven with maybe an edge of blueberry. In the mouth there is a velvety richness with bright red fruit flavors and a nudge of black pepper and exotic spices. The sweet berry center has a tad of vanilla or ...

As refreshing as liquid fruit salad in a glass, this wine opens with vibrant and explosive aromas of cherry and raspberry that leap from the glass. Flavors mirror aromas of red and dark fruits, hibiscus and melon highlighted by leathery cigar and tobacco overtones. The mouthfeel is soft, juicy and well-rounded with fresh acidity. The velvety tannins focus on a ...

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Aromas in these cool growing seasons are always "leap out of the glass" intense! Look for violets, spiced black cherry, and a hint of blueberry blossom. The black cherry component evolves into red cherry/currant aromas with time in the glass. (That's like discovering the Fountain of Youth for Pinot Noir!). The texture is immediately a surprisingly dense mouthfeel, yet light ...

Aromatic notes of black cherry and cranberry rise subtly out of the glass and evolve into scents of rose hips and eucalyptus. On the palate, the tannins are lightened by a nice acidity that makes this a very balanced wine.

2009's very low crops have provided strong color,pronounced bouquet and good fruit weight. White Hills' typical black cherry aromas are complemented by sweet plum and floral notes. The palate is full and textured with a plush mid palate which finishes sweet and clean. Age 1-3 years and serve in a big glass to capture the perfume.

This 2009 is a lovely dusty velvet color, but Pinot Noir is all about the nose. A swirl in the glass brings forth notes of sweet violets, layers of fruits, chocolate, coffee, and lavender with hints of finespices; brambles and undergrowth characters summon up distant memories of forgotten summers. The wine is seamless and round with that pinot earthy "savouryness" ...

Our 2011 Pinot Noir has beautiful aromas and flavors of black cherry, pomegranate, and cranberries. This wine has bold aromas of raspberry and cherry that transcend into the mouth with a lush, delicious finish. You're going to have a glass and then want another one. French oak aging gives the wine structure and depth.Made from 100% Pinot Noir, enjoy this ...

In the glass, it's a nice red hue that's not particularly intense, as is typical of Pinot Nero. It gives off intense scents recalling small red berries, cherries and wild violets. The mouth will perceive the wine's good structure and it's easy on the palate thanks to its soft rotund nature. Well-balanced on all levels, it has good persistence and ...

This wine is just easy to drink. Whether with fresh grilled salmon or left-over roast chicken or just in a glass by itself, the pretty plum and spring strawberry flavors of ABC SB Pinot are simply delicious. There is nothing pretentious here, just well balanced, nicely textured, brightly fruity wine that seems to go with everything.

Aromas in these cool growing seasons are always "leap out of the glass" intense! Look for violets, spiced black cherry, and a hint of blueberry blossom. The black cherry component evolves into red cherry/currant aromas with time in the glass. (That's like discovering the Fountain of Youth for Pinot Noir!). The texture is immediately a surprisingly dense mouthfeel, yet light ...

In the glass, this wine is a deep garnet with slight purple hue. Aromas of black cherries, unctuous plums, and figs juxtapose neatly against brooding scents of mushroom, smoke, cola, and cumin. On the attack, these aromas combine with brown spices to unearth memories of baking a cobbler in Dutch oven over a campfire. This wine has a rich mouthfeel, ...

the glass, this wine is a deep garnet with slight purple hue. Aromas of black cherries, unctuous plums, and figs juxtapose neatly against brooding scents of mushroom, smoke, cola, and cumin. On the attack, these aromas combine with brown spices to unearth memories of baking a cobbler in Dutch oven over a campfire. This wine has a rich mouthfeel, and ...

As refreshing as liquid fruit salad in a glass, this wine opens with vibrant and explosive aromas of cherry and raspberry that leap from the glass. Flavors mirror aromas of red and dark fruits, hibiscus and melon highlighted by leathery cigar and tobacco overtones. The mouthfeel is soft, juicy and well-rounded with fresh acidity. The velvety tannins focus on a ...

Dense, dark garnet color. Aromas of juicy dark fruit, moist soil, vanilla and coco burst out of the glass. The palate is so rich that it can almost be chewed on. Flavors of pie filling, plum, cured meats and root beer enliven the senses. This wine has structural integrity with great depth. The balanced acidity leads to a provocatively supple ...

This wine is just easy to drink. Whether with fresh grilled salmon or left-over roast chicken or just in a glass by itself, the pretty plum and spring strawberry flavors of ABC SB Pinot are simply delicious. There is nothing pretentious here, just well balanced, nicely textured, brightly fruity wine that seems to go with everything.

A deep, almost maroon, magenta color on this 2010 Nuthouse Pinot Noir speaks to the richness in the glass. This wine has a strong affinity to the Pacific Northwest with notes of bilberry, red raspberry, blackcherry cordial, Douglas fir bark, and a hint of forest floor. There is a cool, darkness in a palate leaning toward the black fruits Damson ...

Aromas of black cherry and dark currant come out of the glass with an initial swirl, revealing this wine's intense black fruit flavors. A sip reveals a full bodied Pinot Noir imbued with flavors of ripe red plums and flecks of allspice. On the palate a slight acidity balances this wine's supple tannins and supports its long finish.This wines plush ...

Mouthwatering aromas of blackberry, tea leaf, tobacco, cola, anise and violets fill the glass to the brim, enticing the senses. Brandy-soaked black cherries, seasoned oak and savory balsamic reduction mingle on the palate, followed by an elegant backbone of firm tannins and vibrant acidity.

The 2011 Rex Hill Willamette Valley Pinot Noir is a perfect Oregon color: beautiful, dark and brilliant burgundy red from the center of the rim. When first produced, intense aromatics of wet stone, black cherries, ripe raspberries, cassis, tobacco and forest floor notes jump from the glass. After some time, the wine opens and deepens revealing notes of iris, cinnamon, ...

The 2011 Russian River Valley Pinot Noir is a lush, ruby-red wine that vibrantly showcases a dried herb and subtle black pepper and fennel character. Aromas of classic cherry fruit fill the glass. The wine delivers savory flavors of vanilla, cola, and smoky barbecue. This Russian River Valley Pinot Noir pairs perfectly with many rustic foods, such as grilled Portobello ...

Our 2010 Pinot Noir is a rich, ruby-red wine that vibrantly showcases its cool-climate Russian River Valley pedigree. Aromas of classic bright cherry fill the glass. The wine delivers earthy flavors of vanilla, black clove, toasted nutmeg, and smoky barbecue.Our Russian River Valley Pinot Noir pairs with many rustic foods, such as grilled Portobello mushrooms, smoked country ham, or savory ...

Clear ruby red in color with purple tones; the elegant nose dances between red and black wild berry aromas. The nose has layers of fragrant floral and spice notes including rose, lavender, exotic anise, and cinnamon. Complex aromas that are tight and subdued and take a few moments in the glass to develop. The palate has a fine texture of ...