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Josh Raynolds - Vinous Media
"Vivid red. A heady, powerfully scented bouquet evokes red and dark berry preserves, cola, potpourri and woodsmoke. Offers an array of deep red and dark berry flavors braced by tangy acidity, which adds back end lift. The floral and dark fruit qualities linger on a very long, sappy and focused finish. This wine, which shows more sheer power than the Manchester Ridge bottling, has the depth of fruit and structure to age." (05/12)
92 Pinot Report
"Medium-deep ruby color; closed, tight aromas at first that open up to black cherry and forest floor notes; deep, tight black cherry flavors with a dusty, mineral note; some earthy notes, a bit of oak and tannin; good structure and balance; long finish. Deep and earthy, this Pinot definitely needs at least an hour to open up. It's definitely built for aging, so be patient. Pair with roasted or grilled meats." ( 07/12)
91 Wine Enthusiast
"Dark in color, this is deliciously shy at first, with cherry and raspberry notes peeping out first, followed by an earthy, almost minty roundness. The vineyard is known for its Rhone varieties, and this Pinot has a Syrah-like tinge of peppery spice and bigness in the mouth. With further cellaring or decanting, it will find its Pinot soul." Cellar Selection (08/12)
91 Connoisseurs Guide to Wine
"Although this noteworthy wine is very young and a touch slow to open, it is beginning to show a bit of intriguing complexity, first in its buoyant aromas of red cherries, dusty spice and dried flowers, and then in its lively, well-extracted flavors. It has that uncommon mix of concentration and grace that sets fine Pinot apart, and, while its slight rise of closing astringency warns against gulping down soon, it is certain to improve for a good many years." (06/12)
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