77 Wine Reviews Found

  • Region: Sonoma Coast
Montagu Pinot Noir Charles Heintz 2021
96 Points

Montagu Pinot Noir Charles Heintz 2021

The flamboyant bouquet of roses and spices leads to an ultra-rich & silky smooth new Pinot. Notes of cherries, strawberry, and baking spices (hints of cinnamon and nutmeg) lead to a delicious finish that lingers gracefully. – September 2023

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96 Points

Joseph Phelps “Freestone” Pinot Noir 2021

This majestic new Pinot is brimming with ripe raspberry, cherry, blood orange and fresh herbs, leading to a silky textured palate, with layers of currant, black tea, sweet baking spices and vanilla that crescendo with a creamy finish. Reminiscent of favorite Kistler or Kosta Browne, this gorgeous discovery is perfectly enjoyable now (decanting recommended prior...

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97 Points

Convene Pinot Noir Campbell Ranch 2019

This superb new release is redolent of raspberry and candied orange peel perfume. Savory and as sophisticated, with a gorgeous core of ripe cherry and pomegranate fruit backed by cassis, chamomile tea and spice box components that lead to a memorable finish. Decanting recommended (prior to 2025) and then enjoy this beauty through 2029. –...

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99 Points

Marcassin Pinot Noir Marcassin Vineyard 2016

The new Marcassin 2016 commands immediate attention with a flamboyant bouquet full of fresh flowers (red roses, star gazer lilies, etc) and Provençal herbs. Succulent notes of bright strawberry,sarsaparilla, maraschino cherry compote, and cassis gracefully waltz across the palate like a ballerina. Flawlessly balanced hints of vanilla bean, cotton candy, and hints of blueberry cream...

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98 Points

Bob Cabral Chardonnay Anne Rose 2017

Fresh yellow peach, crisp apple and pear on the nose makes the mouth water. Ultra-creamy and mouth-filling texture with flavors of orange peel, vanilla, tangy taffy and tarte tatin. Beautifully-balanced toasty vanilla on the finish. – October 2022

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97 Points

Wayfarer Pinot Noir Sonoma Coast Wayfarer 2019

The new 2019 Wayfarer Pinot Noir is a flamboyant, sexy effort displaying bright cherry, black raspberries, and creamy strawberry fruit intermixed with spring flowers. With amazing fruit, it is a sensuous, silky smooth Pinot that will impress with it’s gorgeous mouthfeel and plush tannins tonight after decanting or anytime over the next 5 – 7...

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99 Points

Domaine Della Pinot Noir 4 Amours 2018

This 2018 edition of Della’s best-barrel reserve Pinot is an exceptional experience that sumptuous Pinot enthusiasts are going to adore. The flashy bouquet displays with intense notes of Morello cherries, rhubarb, raspberry pie, and Christmas spices. A tour de force, this exquisite Pinot Noir flaunts silky smooth waves of monumentally delicious dark berries, black plum,...

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98 Points

Boars’ View Pinot Noir Sonoma Coast 2017

This brand new release is another BLOCKBUSTER that opulent Pinot enthusiasts are going to adore. The alluring bouquet displays stunning aromas of red roses, creme de cassis, cherries, and baking spices such as cardamom and nutmeg. A majestic wine now, with great promise for the future. Currently, layers of dark berries, black plum, pomegranate, and...

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96 Points

Blue Farm Pinot Noir Sonoma Coast 2020

Bright, lively aromas of fresh berries and spices lead to a rich palate boasting intensely delicious raspberry, savory strawberry, cherry, black tea and baking spices climaxing with creamy vanilla on the finish. The supremely silky texture makes this winner a delight to drink anytime now through 2027+…and candidate for Sonoma’s top Pinot Bargain once again.

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97 Points

Shibumi Knoll Pinot Noir Sonoma Coast 2018

A delightfully fresh and bright new Pinot release that displays a level of sophistication reminiscent of collector favorites (e.g. Kistler) that trade for significantly higher prices. Spicy dark fruit, black tea, and savory herbs impress now after decanting. This under-the-radar gem will pair quite well with an array of menus featuring grilled meats (beef, chicken...

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