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Byron Nielson Vineyard Pinot Noir 2008
Byron Nielson Vineyard Pinot Noir 2008

Byron Nielson Vineyard Pinot Noir 2008


Pinot Noir

from Santa Maria Valley, California

Price: $38.99
(this vintage is sold out)
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Item No. 105040 
ratings pedigree (past vintages):
red wine style:
Light & Fruity Smooth & Supple Earthy & Spicy Big & Bold
winemaker's notes:

The fruit for this Pinot Noir came from selected high-density blocks planted to Dijon clones. After harvest, the clusters were hand-sorted and cold-soaked for three to five days to intensify fruit character, color and body. Some lots were fermented with native yeasts to enhance vineyard expression. The wine was cellared for 14 months in our temperature and humidity controlled barrel rooms.

critical acclaim:

"Silky and velvety soft in the mouth, coating the palate with extradordinary raspberry and cherry flavors, enriched with sweet oak, and spiced with cloves, cinnamon and white pepper. There are even notes of cocoa and orange zest. Yet brisk acidity makes it all clean and vibrant. It's hard to imagine a California Pinot Noir tasting better than this-and what a fantastic bargain. Drink now-2014."

96 Points

Wine Enthusiast

"Medium ruby color; rich, spicy plum and cherry aromas; rich. ripe, forward cherry and plum flavors with lots of spice and clove notes; silky texture; the right amount of sweet oak; good structure and balance; long finish. Delicious and silky Pinot that tastes great by itself."

93 Points

PinotReport

"The 2008 Pinot Noir Nielson Vineyard, which is produced from Burgundian Dijon clones as well as the old Joseph Swan clone, exhibits plenty of raspberries, black cherries, cola, and roasted herbs in a full-bodied, round, generously endowed style. This is an impressive Pinot Noir to drink now and over the next 3-5 years. "

90 Points

The Wine Advocate

"Big and brash up front, this pinot noir has some jazz in its acidity, a firm, lively finish that breathes with black cherry and smoke. The tannins are fine, holding the warmth of the wine in check. Ready to serve with Peking duck."

90 Points

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