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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
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
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