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Rodney Strong 2005 Pinot Noir
This is sturdier and oakier than many California pinots, but complex and built to age. Shy but very spicy, woodsy and smoky notes, with underlying ripe cherry-strawberry fruit, florality and mint. Medium weight, firm and a bit hot, and quite tannic. Excellent length. Enjoy 2008 to 2011. Vintages Essential.
- Price:
- $24.95
- Type:
- Red
- Varietal:
- Pinot Noir
- Vintage:
- 2005
- Region:
- Russian River Valley, California
- Cellar keeper
Score: 89
Scores are assigned on a 100-point scale and reflect a wine's overall quality, but don't consider price.
80 to 84 good | 85 to 89 very good | 90 to 94 excellent | 95 to 100 outstanding
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