Daily Archives: October 31, 2008

Heitz Grignolino Port 2004

Posted on October 31, 2008 by RJ

Heitz Cellar, Napa Valley, Grignolino Port 2004 It’s like cranberries marinated in brandy when you lift the glass. In the mouth it is light-bodied for a Port-style wine with a little acidic zing, sweetness and an alcoholic kick. This has … Continue reading →

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Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir

Posted on October 31, 2008 by RJ

Williams Selyem, Sonoma Coast, Pinot Noir 2006 There’s a sweet medley of cherry, berry and vanilla notes in the nose. In the mouth the wine is pure elegance. I consistently see this thread in Bob Cabral’s wines, what the French … Continue reading →

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Russian River Valley Pinot Noir

Posted on October 31, 2008 by RJ

DuNah, Russian River Valley, DuNah Estate Vineyard, Pinot Noir 2006 Toastiness and toffee leap out of the glass with a sense of earthiness and crushed leaves. The mouth is deeply concentrated with cherry fruit and toffee with a very supple … Continue reading →

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Balletto Rose of Pinot Noir 2007

Posted on October 31, 2008 by RJ

Balletto, Russian River Valley, Estate Bottled, Pinot Noir 2007 There is candied cherry fruit in the nose and a creaminess to the mouthfeel. The fruit really comes through in the palate as well. 20% of the wine was fermented in … Continue reading →

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