Pinot Noir at Crazy About Wine

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2005 Russian River Pinot Noir Reserve
Russian River Valley

The grapes for our Pinot Noir are harvested from four clones in separate vineyards along the sandy soils of the Russian River Valley. Using a classic Burgundy technique, the wine i ...mores cap punched two times a day during a long, slow fermentation. The result is a wine with bold flavors of cherry, plum and hints of spice. Additional aging gives this wine an incredibly silky texture that glides across the palate. I enjoy this wine with grilled salmon in a lemon caper sauce with rosemary potatoes.

^$58.00

Dutton Goldfield

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2005 Sanchietti Vineyard Pinot Noir
Green Valley - Russian River Valley Appellation

An exceptional vintage in an exceptional vineyard would be the synopsis of the 2005 Sanchietti Pinot. 2005 was just the sort of year that Sanchietti lovesâ€“lots of spring moisture ...more, moderate set (10 tons off of 6 acres), and a long, cool ripening season. The thin soil pushes the vines quickly at the end of the season, so the cool fall provided the fruit extra hang time and wonderful ripeness, both in flavors and texture. The hallmark of Sanchietti for us is its enthralling combination of grace and power, and the 2005 offering certainly exemplifies this. In the nose it leads with dark blueberry fruit, violets, and a hint of black tea, all with a touch of extra concentration courtesy of this vintage. In the mouth bright berry and black cherry shine through along with concentrated, finely structured tannins and ginger spice. This a wine that is clearly packed tightly and well built for aging, but its silkiness and candied finish are enticing already. Enjoy it over a long dinner of veal Cordon Bleu, truffle risotto, or Moscovy duck breast. 343 cases produced.

^$58.00

Etude Wines

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2004 Deer Camp Pinot Noir

Deep, dark and dense aromas of black fruits, bittersweet chocolate and hints of savory spices begin the nose of the 2004 Deer Camp Pinot Noir. Lush and opulent upon entry, firm mou ...moreth-coating tannins fill the mid-palate with complex layers of sweet black cherries, plums, black tea and spice. Well-structured and perfectly balanced with the right hint of acidity and subtle oak notes, this wine should be enjoyed over the next 6-8 years.

^$60.00

Etude Wines

CAW Rating: 98

100

1 reviews

2005 Deer Camp Pinot Noir

The nose of the 2005 Deer Camp Pinot Noir is filled with saturated boysenberry and blueberry notes and hints of clove, smoke, turned earth and lavender. Black cherry, blackberry an ...mored cola flavors carry over on the palate of this full-bodied wine. This is a powerful and serious Pinot Noir with great depth of fruit, ample tannins and vitality.

^$60.00

Etude Wines

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2005 Temblor Carneros Pinot Noir

Concentrated pure fruit aromas of cherries and frambois strawberries with a hint of spice and earth begin the nose of this graceful Pinot Noir. The palate bursts with cherry and da ...morerk raspberry flavors with a smoky note that leads to round and velvety tannins. This well-structured and perfectly balanced wine offers an inviting minerality and bright acidity that will contribute to the wineâ€™s longevity.

^$60.00

Sonoma Coast Vineyards

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2004 Pinot Noir
Sonoma Coast

This wine will evolve nicely from the long aging period in barrel, during which the delicate nuances of Pinot Noir developed beautifully. Our 2004 Pinot Noir will continue its evol ...moreution in bottle for the next 5â€“8 years, with the fruit and wood tannins continuing to meld into a silky texture. The rich, complex fruit character was enhanced by the warm late growing season, making this vintage particularly voluptuous but balanced nicely by naturally high acidity.

^$60.00

Testarossa Vineyards

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2005 Pisoni Vineyard Pinot Noir
Santa Lucia Highlands

Dark red color. This wine is all about cherries. With the cool vintage of 2005, the Pisoni Pinot Noir showcases some of the most intense cherry aromas and flavors. As this tightly ...morewound, power-house wine unravels all of its subtleties, there are hints of eucalyptus, strawberries, and black pepper. With the rich and silky tannins, paired with crisp acidity this wine should age well for up to 10 years. -Bill Brosseau, Winemaker

^$65.00

Landmark Vineyards

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2006 Kanzler Pinot Noir
Sonoma Coast

The wine has pure black cherry cola fruit expression, with notes of chocolate and bright strawberry and a voluptuously silky texture on the palate. A touch of toasted oak lends co ...moremplesity and some forest floor aromas, while the acidity and tannins are supple. The wine can be enjoyed in its youth with just a bit of airing before drinking.

It will complement such savory dishes as mushroom based pastas, roast chicken with herbs or red meats and game.

^$65.00

Vision Cellars

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2005 Pinot Noir
Esterlina Vineyard Cole Ranch Mendocino

This puppy is rich and juicy. In the mouth itâ€™s a pure delight with Big black cherry and huckleberry, and a finish of cherry and blackberry you won't forget.

^$65.00

Demetria Winery & Vineyards

CAW Rating: 99

100

1 reviews

2006 Cuvee Sandra Pinot Noir
Sta Rita Hills

The flagship wine of Demetria winery does not disappoint. A well crafted Pinot Noir meticulously selected by the clones, oak used and overall structure that is provided. The founda ...moretions of the famed Pommard clone exhibits well balanced cherry, black truffle, cola and spices. Lingering on the back of the mouth with deep red fruits, leather and a smokiness texture. Beginning with quality fruit from Sta Rita Hills, fermented dry then aged for 18 months on 75% new french oak, unfined and unfiltered Sandra will only get better with age.

^$65.00

Esterlina Vineyards and Winery

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2006 Pinot Noir Reserve- Esterlina Vineyards, Mendocino
Cole Ranch - Esterlina Estate Vineyard

Our Cole Ranch Pinot Noirs are usually very different from our other pinots because Cole Ranchâ€™s weather is cooler, and the vineyard is at a higher elevation. This vintage, howev ...moreer, is elegant and restrained, yet full-bodied, with spicy berries, and cherry cola flavors.

^$65.00

Cobb Wines

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2006 Coastlands Vineyard Pinot Noir
Occidental, California

Winemaker's notes: "Dark ruby color. Aromas and flavors of raspberry, cherry, plum, and cola; white pepper, spice, earth, minerals, and flint. A very distinct wine with a luscious, ...more creamy finish."

^$66.00

Cobb Wines

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2006 Rice-Spivak Vineyard Pinot Noir
Sebastopol

Winemaker's notes: "Dark ruby color. Aromas and flavors of cherry-plum, raspberry, spice, and vanilla; orange-blossom, cola, earth, and toast. A rich, mouth-filling wine with crisp ...more acidity and a long, smooth finish.

^$66.00

Cobb Wines

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2006 Coastlands Vineyard: Diane Cobb
Sonoma Coast

Winemaker's notes: "Very dark ruby color. Exceptionally aromatic and with flavors of dark and red fruits including raspberry and concentrated plum; white pepper, vanilla, minerals, ...more and flint. A long, crisp finish.

^$66.00

Cobb Wines

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2006 Emmaline Vineyard Pinot Noir
Sonoma Coast

Winemaker's notes: "Dark ruby color. Flavors and aromas of cherry-plum, raspberry, citrus, cranberry, and truffle; minerals and traces of clove, chocolate, and hazelnut. Has lovely ...more finesse with clear acidity. A very complex and age-worthy wine."

^$66.00

Vision Cellars

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2006 Pinot Noir
Cole Ranch, Mendocino County

A huge burst of cherry vailla with hints of cinnamon spices. Rich cherry abound. This year the fruit is delicate and the gruit lingers as it finishes on the palate.

^$74.00

Foxen Vineyard

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2005 Sea Smoke Vineyard Pinot Noir
Sta. Rita Hills

â€œOf all the Sea Smoke Pinot Noirâ€™s, this vintage most resembles Burgundy. It is less 'over the top' than the 2004 vintageâ€”much more focused and defined (less wild and crazy). ...more Beautiful fruit meets designer barrels (Francois Freres, 75% new). It may be hard to extremely hard to cellar this, as it is so adjectively good right now!â€ â€“ Bill Wathen, winemaker

^$75.00

Davis Bynum Winery

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2003 Pinot Noir
Russian River Valley, Allen Vineyard

^$75.00

Davis Bynum Winery

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2004 Estate Pinot Noir
Russian River Valley, Laureles Vineyard

^$75.00

Davis Bynum Winery

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2004 Pinot Noir
Russian River Valley, Allen Vineyard

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2005 Pinot Noir
Sonoma Coast

CAW Rating: 100

100

1 reviews

This concentrated cherry-filled Pinot takes on a range of classic Sonoma Coast characteristics and flavors including dried violets, black tea and cranberries, all nicely layered with sweet oak and a wisp of forest floor. This gregariously youthful wine dances on your palate with just enough acid and ...

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