400 Wine Reviews Found

  • Varietal: Pinot Noi
97 Points

Alma Rosa Pinot Noir El Jabali 2021

Frankly stunning Pinot for this price. Rich and powerful, yet immediately fun and expressive. Bright, fresh raspberry and lifted red fruit lead, followed by darker notes of plum, black raspberry, and blackberry jam. The palate shows real sophistication with earthy undertones, hints of violets and root beer, a well-built tannic grip and a long finish. Read Full Review →
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Arista Pinot Noir RRV 2017

This is a majestic experience that silky-smooth Pinot enthusiasts are going to adore. The alluring bouquet displays aromas of violets, creme de cassis, cherries, and spice box. This exquisite example of Russian River Valley Pinot Noir boasts waves of dark berries, black plum, dried tea leaves, cranberry, hints of creamy oak and then culminates in... Read Full Review →
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Arnaud Mortet Gevrey Chambertin Ma Cuvee 2018

This deeply satisfying, silky smooth new release showcases the superb quality of dark red fruit from the 2018 vintage in Burgundy. The velvety texture delivers thrills from start to the creamy rich finish. Aromas of Violets and Lilies capture your attention and lead to bold and racy red fruit (pomegranate and strawberry) notes deftly balanced... Read Full Review →
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Beaux Freres Pinot Noir Belle Soeurs 2019

This delightfully bright Pinot launches forth with lavish aromas and notes of ripe blue fruit, black raspberries, baking spices, roses and a dusting of cocoa powder. An interplay of vibrancy and fine tannins lend focus to a luxuriously silky palate, with pomegranate and graham cracker nuances building texture and length onto a finish with black... Read Full Review →
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Beaux Freres Pinot Noir Estate Vineyard 2019

Dark ruby in color, the 2019 Beaux Frères is very well made, offering fresh red fruit, potpourri, and hints of cinnamon on the nose. These qualities evolve into rich, red cherry notes, spice, and just a kiss of oak. The texture here is magnificent and will provide a marvelous drinking experience for at least another... Read Full Review →
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Beaux Freres Pinot Noir Ribbon Ridge 2012

A truly remarkable and hedonistic Pinot. The 2012 Beaux Freres commences with a classic, billowy display of spice, rose petals, dark berries and raspberries. Rich and full-bodied on the palate, this is an intense and beautifully balanced wine that showcases red and blue fruit, spice, and a gorgeous texture. Structured like a Grand Cru Burgundy,... Read Full Review →
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Beaux Freres Pinot Noir Ribbon Ridge 2013

This is simply a triumph of a Pinot. Dark ruby in color, the 2013 Beaux Freres offers fresh red fruit, potpourri, and hints of cinnamon on the nose. These qualities evolve into rich, red cherry notes, spice, and just a kiss of oak. The texture here is magnificent and will provide a marvelous drinking experience... Read Full Review →
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Beaux Freres Pinot Noir Zena Crown 2017

This is an enticing and spicy Pinot Noir with ample substance, full of juicy pomegranate, cranberry, and earthy mushroom giving way to a palate of boysenberry, black tea and truffle. Effortlessly elegant and complex, this will provide enjoyment now and age gracefully for the next 10+ years. Read Full Review →
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Bevan Pinot Noir Petaluma Gap 2021

Flaunting alluring aromas of creamy vanilla, cherry pie and Christmas spices, this memorable new Pinot launches forth with opulent Bing cherry, raspberry and a hint of strawberry – rhubarb pie on the silky finish. Copious notes of lavender, cassis and cranberries come through a full 20 seconds after finishing this tasty creation. This is a... Read Full Review →
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Boars’ View Pinot Noir BDR 2019

The inaugural release of this highly anticipated Pinot (labeled ‘BDR’ for the Estate vineyard off Bohan Dillon Road on the far Sonoma Coast) is SUPER silky smooth from the start and impresses with a medley of creme de cassis, black cherries, vanilla bean and other baking spices such as cardamon and nutmeg. The tightly wound... Read Full Review →