July 3, 2008
This wine is hidden by it’s alcohol content - 14.7% - it is very hot; not the hot from profile but from alcohol; the heat masks what fruit, spice, and other characteristics that may be hidden. Disappointed because there must be more there– Russian River Valley produces many fine Pinot Noirs.
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June 26, 2008
This a bold, silky Bordeaux that contains a lot of heat and finesse; the heat not from high alcohol content but rather from lovely Guajillo and Pasilla peppers. Evenness through the tasting experience; generous deep black-red fruit, a base of Porcini. A delight for a candlelit dinner.
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June 22, 2008
A wine that begins with a promise and ends with a bust; starting with bright and bold Boysenberry notes fades rapidly into the un-memorable.
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June 22, 2008
An unfocused bottle of Pinot Noir; some cherry, coffee notes that quickly faded; there was no memorable finish. No consistency in wine.
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May 29, 2008
I don’t think of Edna Valley for Syrah (I think Pinot Noir and Chardonnay) this wine holds it’s own; freshly roasted red berried fruit, Muntok pepper, roasted red pepper, and Fall leaves and earthRead more of my wine
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May 29, 2008
An exceptional Pinot Noir; rich and depthful in earthy mushroom; white truffle, black trumpet mushroom, dark chocolate, Cardamon and cedar box suspended vitreous delight.
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May 29, 2008
Beautiful acid assisting the characteristics of black cherry, anise, fresh green herbs, and Fall orchard.
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May 28, 2008
This wine was weaker than expected in a core Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon; medium levels of baked red fruit, subtle spice and underbrush.
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May 28, 2008
This wine has the following varietals: 91% Cabernet Sauvignon, 8% Merlot, and 1% Petit Verdot; Gala apple, ground clove, suede, and Fall breeze.
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May 28, 2008
This Pinot Noir has heat from pepper, and some exotic spice, and brought together with red floral notes,
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