Patz & Hall Gap's Crown Vineyard Pinot Noir 2013
Pinot Noir
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Product Details
Varietal
Producer
Vintage
2013
Size
750ML
ABV
14.2%
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Winemaker Notes
The more this spectacular vineyard matures, the more dramatic its wines become. Rich, concentrated and compelling, this is an epic Pinot Noir. At the same time, Gap's Crown's signature hyper-red fruit notes combined with good acidity and a steely minerality add poise and precision. On the palate, rich flavors of cherry compote and mulled holiday spices are supported by hints of lavender, rosemary and resin from a small amount of whole-cluster fermentation. While there is a smooth, velvety ripeness to this wine, the lingering finish has a grip that bodes well for a long life.
Professional Ratings
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Wilfred Wong of Wine.com
If one ever wanted a superfine Pinot Noir that is an unabashed showoff, the 2013 Patz & Hall Gap's Crown Vineyard is the one to snag and savor. So powerful, yet well-built and subtle from within its soul that I was immediately drawn to it, not because of its richness but from its intricate interlacing of elements. I would serve this one with an herb-infused leg of lamb. Deep ruby, garnet color; rich and exotic in the nose, lots of stuff going on; medium bodied, layered and firm on the palate, multidimensional; dry, medium acidity, well balanced; rich, penetrating flavors of black fruit and brown leaves, very impressive; long finish. (Tasted: December 9, 2015, San Francisco, CA)
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Wine Enthusiast
Rich and thick, this is an opulent offering of dark cherry and Asian spice, the spice popping on the palate throughout the long finish. Full bodied, it nonetheless features crisp, balanced acidity and a taste of rosemary and lavender, the perfect companion to a butterflied lamb seasoned the same.
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Robert Parker's Wine Advocate
The 2013 Pinot Noir Gap’s Crown Vineyard (15% whole clusters used and 65% new French oak aging) exhibits a dark ruby color along with a big, sweet bouquet of kirsch liqueur, raspberries, redcurrants, pomegranates, Provençal herbs, and loamy soil. Medium to full-bodied with rich, zesty acidity as well as a long finish, it should drink well for 7-8 years.
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Patz and Hall Wine Company was founded in 1988 by Donald Patz, James Hall, Anne Moses and Heather Patz, and is dedicated to the production of hand-crafted wines. The four are long-time Napa Valley residents and wine industry professionals, with a wide variety of experiences. Patz and Hall produces Chardonnay and Pinot Noir wines from selected vineyard sources in Napa, Sonoma, Mendocino and Monterey counties. The Patz and Hall method is to work closely with each of their growers to achieve a unique expression of the vineyard site and deliver wines that reflect both the site and their vision for great wine.
CGM30463_2013 Item# 143746