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De Loach Vineyards

CAW Rating: 94

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2006 Masut Vineyard Pinot Noir
Redwood Valley

Nestled in the Redwood Valley, the hillside of MasÃºt Vineyard teems with life: grazing sheep, buzzing bees, and roaming chickens add to the landâ€™s natural vibrancy. Planted in ...more1996 according to biodynamic practices, this vineyard is tended to by renowned pioneers of biodynamic farming â€“ Jacob Fetzer and his family. The result of our shared commitment is grapes of the highest quality and varietal expression.

A Pinot Noir of surprising depth and complexity, it begins with opening notes of ripe strawberries intermingled with hints of flint and bee pollen, with a powerful base note of a black cherry reduction. The subtle entry on to the palate builds with intensity as flavors of strawberry-rhubarb pavlova are lifted and framed by the fine-grained tannins and subtle charm of cocoa and toasted caramel. Try it as an elegant aperitif paired with hors d'oeuvres, or with Bacon-Wrapped Pork Tenderloin with Apple-Cranberry Chutney.

^$45.00

De Loach Vineyards

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2006 Green Valley Pinot Noir
Russian River Valley

Located in the western hills of the Russian River Valley, Green Valley is one of Sonoma Countyâ€™s coolest regions. Blankets of fog pushed over from the Pacific Ocean chill the oth ...moreerwise hot summer evening air and ensure temperate mornings. The valleyâ€™s optimal weather conditions extend the growing season and produce concentrated berries while soils rich in minerals from an ancient seabed infuse the fruit with nuanced flavors.

The 2006 Green Valley is a blend from several vineyards in the Green Valley appellation. The vineyards represent different clones, each of which contributes something unique to the finished wine. Each vineyard site has been carefully selected to display the bright, crystalline fruit, which is characteristic of classic Green Valley Pinot Noir.

This quintessential Green Valley Pinot Noir boasts dark ruby red hues that open to a bright fruit nose with earthy aromas and a smattering of spice. Followed on the palate by flavors of pomegranate, cherries, raspberry, leather, and crushed rose petals that burst in the mouth and continuously evolve as the wine breathes. A well-structured wine, it is ready to drink now and will age beautifully for up to 10 years.

^$45.00

De Loach Vineyards

CAW Rating: 99

100

1 reviews

2005 Sonoma Stage Pinot Noir
Sonoma Coast

Sonoma Stage vineyard planted in 1999 by the Hyde family located in the southern most portion of the Sonoma Coast Appellation, at the apex of Stage Gulch Road between Petaluma and ...moreCarneros. This is a cool, windswept site with significant marine influences keeping yields low and intense.

Hand harvesting yields about 2 Tons per Acre. The 2005 Sonoma Stage Pinot Noir was co-fermented with 50% Calera and 50% Swan Clones, of which 20% was whole cluster. To maintain the fresh fruit character of this dark beauty, native fermentation and minimal cap manipulation preserved the finesse of this cool climate Pinot. The wine was aged in 100%, French oak 50% new French oak for 12 months.

This big brooding Pinot Noir is the most Burgundian-styled of DeLoach wines. Lush, dark pomegranate in color, it boasts a nose of leather and spice complemented by bright strawberry notes. On the palate, rich grilled flavors emerge with a core of currant, raspberry, and layers of cocoa bean. Stelvin Lux+ closure, available on request.

^$85.00

Crane Canyon Cellars

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2000 Pinot Noir
Russian River Valley

Silver Medal 2003 Sonoma County Harvest Fair. The cherry bouquet leaps from the glass, boosted by subtle wafts of toasty oak, vanilla bean and toasted coconut.

^$20.00

Talisman Cellars

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2004 Thorn Ridge Vineyard Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir

This is a rich, lush, silky beautiful Pinot Noir from the Petaluma Gap area of the Sonoma Coast.

^$40.00

Talisman Cellars

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2004 Red Dog Vineyard Sonoma Mountain Pinot Noir

This is a high elevation, cold & foggy vineyard on the northwest flank of Sonoma Mountain. 2004 is the first vintage from the vineyard which exhibits deep, dark flavors of blackber ...morery, blueberry, anise and mineral. It's BIG wine that pairs nicely with venison, mole sauce and other deep, rich and spicy foods. yum! We made just 208 cases of this wine.

^$46.00

Pacific Star Winery

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2004 Pinot Noir
Mendocino County

Sideways aside, Pinot has always been a favorite varietal of both seasoned wine lovers and novices. Lush fruit, French oak and a body to die for â€“that can age nicely for ten year ...mores. Great with grilled salmon and easily stands up to powerful sauces. This is a blend of 5 vineyard sites and only 350 cases were produced.

Made in the Burgundian style, our new release Pinot Noir has light cherry fruit with a soft and elegant finish. A perfect wine for pairing with salmon or to have at a turkey dinner with all the fixin's.

^$36.00

Brewer-Clifton

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2006 Zotovich Pinot Noir
Santa Rita Hills

This exciting vineyard project is owned by Steve Zotovich and is under the vineyard management of Krska Farming. Our four acre section is planted in sandy loam soils to clones 113, ...more 114 and 115.

Aromas of strawberry and rhubarb followed by flavors of sweet stone fruit, alfalfa and milk chocolate. The most tender and docile texture of our current pinot noir stable.

4,896 bottles produced

Brewer-Clifton

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2006 Rio Vista Pinot Noir
Santa Rita Hills

Owned by the Thorne family and managed by Buona Terra Farming, this vineyard is on the far eastern edge of the appellation. This bottling is a combination of clones 777, 667 and 2A ...more planted on a gentle west facing slope in sandy, clay-loam soils.

Aromas of lavender, dried wild strawberry and nutmeg followed by flavors of earth, dark plum and hard spice. Pliant mouthfeel with persistent silky, drying tannin.

9,504 bottles produced

Brewer-Clifton

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2006 Rancho Santa Rosa Pinot Noir
Santa Rita Hills

Adjacent to the chardonnay parcel mentioned above, this block of clone 667 pinot noir is planted on a steep south facing slope replete with limestone.

Aromas of thy ...moreme, pink peppercorn and pomegranate followed by savory flavors of meat, soy and plum. Very rich and firmly structured on the palate.

2,880 bottles produced

Brewer-Clifton

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2006 Mount Carmel Pinot Noir
Santa Rita Hills

This spectacular and challenging site consistently delivers fruit that we find particularly compelling and difficult to describe. Very steep slopes of botella clay, diatomite and l ...moreimestone planted to clone 115 and the Mount Eden selection.

Aromas of violets, stone fruit and black tea followed by flavors of chocolate, clove and dried fruits. The most noble texturally with tremendous intensity matched with silky grace.

5,472 bottles produced

Davis Bynum Winery

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2003 Estate Pinot Noir
Russian River Valley, Lindley's Knoll

^$55.00

Davis Bynum Winery

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2003 Pinot Noir, Limited Edition
Russian River Valley

^$55.00

Davis Bynum Winery

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2003 Pinot Noir
Russian River Valley, Allen Vineyard

^$75.00

Davis Bynum Winery

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2003 Pinot Noir
Russian River Valley, Bynum and Moshin Vineyards

^$55.00

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 Estate Pinot Noir
Russian River Valley, Lindley's Knoll

^$55.00

Davis Bynum Winery

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2004 Pinot Noir
Russian River Valley, Allen Vineyard

^$75.00

Davis Bynum Winery

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2004 Pinot Noir
Russian River Valley, Bynum and Moshin Vineyards

^$55.00

Davis Bynum Winery

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2005 Pinot Noir
Russian River Valley

Youthful and vibrant, with a classic pinot noir nose of bright cherry and a touch of earthiness. Look for flavors of rhubarb, smoke, and caramel to add complexity. Polished tannin ...mores and good acidity create a nice balance and structure. This pinot is very food friendly. We find it is particularly appealing with pork, tuna, and mushrooms. Drinkable now. Best from 2007 through 2012.

^$32.00

2006 Pinot Noir, Amour Fou

CAW Rating: 100

100

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As we source cooler climate sites for pinot noir, the style of Amour Fou is evolving. In fact, the 2006 Amour Fou is now a Sonoma Coast appellation wine. The vineyard blend is La Boheme (60%), Zio Tony (24%), and Bartolomei (16%). These growing areas give bright concentrated flavors with lower alcoh ...

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