2009 Pinot Noir Rosemary's Vineyard
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The pale to medium ruby-garnet colored 2009 Pinot Noir Rosemary's Vineyard gives up toast, woodsmoke, flint, dried red berries and black fruit hints with earthy/tertiary notes of mushroom, wet bark, forest floor and graphite. The medium-bodied palate is silky and fully mature but by no means dried up, with a grainy frame and just enough freshness on the long, earthy finish. This is holding well, but you might consider popping corks on this soon.
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Jancis Robinson MW
Josh Raynolds
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Well knit, quite developed bouquet. Real nerve to this wine and some wet stones and a definite spine and line. Sophisticated rather than just sweet. (JR)
Vibrant ruby-red. A heady bouquet evokes red berry and floral qualities, along with suave incense and herb nuances. Deep, focused and pure, with outstanding power to its raspberry, cherry and candied rose flavors. Becomes spicier and smokier with air and closes with superb focus and lingering florality. Impeccably balanced pinot with the depth and structure to reward long-term cellaring.