Williams Selyem Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir 2009

"Bright ruby. Heady, expansive bouquet of raspberry compote, cherry-vanilla and gingerbread, with notes of white pepper and licorice in the background. Smooth and fleshy in the mouth, offering sweet red and dark berry flavors and nuances of candied flowers and herbs. Pretty hefty but by no means thick--in fact this is pretty lithe. Finishes with very good clarity and smoky, floral persistence."

93 Points

International Wine Cellar

"Bright in both color and flavor, this is a bold and juicy, red-fruited pinot noir. Savory notes of fresh porcini and foresty, root-like scents add complexity to the finish. Layered and fine, this is accessible now for a roast and will benefit from bottle age."

92 Points

Wine & Spirits

"This spicy Pinot delivers black cherry, plum and raspberry notes. This is medium- to full-bodied, and delicate, with silky tannins and a long, pure finish that's quite attractive. Drink now through 2018. 1,186 cases made. "

91 Points

Wine Spectator

"This one is nominally a little lower in alcohol than its mates above, but it does not lack for richness and concentration in its aromas where ripe red cherry and raspberry fruit join with an attractive overly of crème brûlée oak. Supple on the palate and somewhat round in its early palatal feel, this one takes a half step back in volume and invites nearer term drinking. It can grow with a few years in bottle but does not demand it."

90 Points

Connoisseurs' Guide

"This is aromatically similar to the Westside Road with nicely rounded but welldetailed medium weight flavors that conclude in a balanced and admirably persistent finish. This restrained and poised effort is presently on the serious and somber side but should age well. Lovely."

90 Points

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