by Ray Johnson | Apr 10, 2008 | Burgundy, France, Gevrey-Chambertin, Pinot Noir
Domaine Arlaud Bourgogne Roncevie 2006 Give it time to open and then the cherries and earthy character will show. Plenty of acidity and a touch of tannin. Sourced from the lieux-dit Roncevie in Gevrey. Mis a Morey Saint Denis 12.5% $19.99 at Bottle Barn. Domaine...
by Ray Johnson | Apr 10, 2008 | California, Pinot Noir, Santa Lucia Highlands
Vision Cellars Santa Lucia Highlands Garys’ Vineyard Pinot Noir 2005 The nose is sweet with a sense of stewed cherries. The palate is rich and fruity, framed by acidity with a little warmth. Winemaker Mac MacDonald. P&B in Rutherford 14.5% $49.95 at Bottle...
by Ray Johnson | Apr 10, 2008 | California, Mt. Harlan, Pinot Noir, Santa Cruz Mountains
Hallcrest Vineyards Santa Cruz Mountains Belle Farms Pinot Noir 2005 Earth and brambles to smell with tart cherries and a silky texture. The brett is in check but will be too much for some. Winemaker and proprietor John Schumacher. 13.9% winery sample Hallcrest Calera...
by Ray Johnson | Apr 10, 2008 | Anderson Valley, Pinot Noir, Rose
The 2007 Pink wines are hitting the streets, just in time for a few warm days this spring. County Line Anderson Valley Rose 2007 Lots of acid and a sense of the vitamin C you might take in the morning. There’s a layer of richness on top of that to extend the...
by Ray Johnson | Apr 3, 2008 | California, Pinot Noir, Sonoma County
Last night in the UC California class, The Great Wines of Northern California, we sampled a stunning Pinot priced just shy of $15. Willowbrook, Sonoma County, Pinot Noir 2006 This wine exudes fruit in an elegant way, is framed by acidity and enhanced by an appropriate...
by Ray Johnson | Mar 31, 2008 | California, Pinot Noir
2006 Mirassou California Pinot Noir There still are values to be found in the ever popular and price-escalating field of Pinot Noir. This wine was a hit in two of my recent classes, showcasing clean fruit, light body and the acidity to make it refreshing. V&B in...
