Category Archives: Pinot Noir

Rahona Valley Pinot Noir 2006

Posted on September 6, 2011 by Lincoln

A taster. From Red Hill in the Mornington Peninsula. Seems odd to find a 2006 wine available now, but perhaps a right-minded person is keeping wines back until they are ready to drink. Quite big and glossy, some pine needles … Continue reading →

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Leroy Pommard “Les Vignots” 2001

Posted on August 30, 2011 by Lincoln

This isn’t really a tasting note, more of a tasting vibe. But as it happens we went out on Saturday night for a dinner and amongst a gaggle of tremendous wines, we had this one. And it was not a … Continue reading →

Posted in Burgundy, France, Notes, over $100, Pinot Noir, Price, Varietal/Style | 2 Comments

Akarua Rua Pinot Noir 2010

Posted on August 29, 2011 by Lincoln

I must admit that Central Otago isn’t normally my cup’o’tea. End of preamble. A good deep red in colour. Nice florals, black cherries and a bit of beetroot, and some spice too. Initial impressions are of a full flavoured palate … Continue reading →

Posted in $20 to $50, New Zealand, Notes, Otago, Pinot Noir, Price, Varietal/Style | 1 Comment

Pyramid Valley Cowley Family Vineyard Pinot Noir 2009

Posted on August 28, 2011 by Lincoln

My wife said, “Not another one!!”. Well, I am back here again. But luckily, with better results this time, and though the wine is still “out there”, this one is within the bounds of what I find enjoyable. Red in … Continue reading →

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Pyramid Valley Earth Smoke Pinot Noir 2009

Posted on August 23, 2011 by Lincoln

After my experience with the Angel Flower wine I did some research and found this on the Pyramid Valley website, relating specifically to this wine: Note: Despite their saline energy and great extract, one could be forgiven for believing that … Continue reading →

Posted in Canterbury, New Zealand, Notes, over $100, Pinot Noir, Price, Varietal/Style | 14 Comments

Pyramid Valley Angel Flower Pinot Noir 2009

Posted on August 21, 2011 by Lincoln

The colour is a distinct surprise: a rusty brown and quite cloudy. Is this right? Well it is unfiltered and unfined so it is a possibility. A nose of brown sugar, malt, cherries and strawberries and old wood. The palate … Continue reading →

Posted in Canterbury, New Zealand, Notes, over $100, Pinot Noir, Price, Varietal/Style | 6 Comments

Domaine des Croix Beaune Pertuisots 1er cru 2006

Posted on August 18, 2011 by Lincoln

A transparent red in colour. An elegant nose, pink florals, minerals, undergrowth, cherry fruits, and a touch of nutmeg, dried herbs and creamy oak. All very subtle and nuanced. The palate showed red fruits and minerals, lovely structure and balance, … Continue reading →

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Faiveley Bourgogne Pinot Noir 2005

Posted on August 13, 2011 by Lincoln

And more Pinot Noir. I don’t know what I’m going to do with all the Cabernet in the cellar because I’m just not inclined to drink it at the moment. Perhaps this wine will make me try a bottle or … Continue reading →

Posted in $20 to $50, Burgundy, France, Notes, Pinot Noir, Price, Varietal/Style | 2 Comments

Wickhams Road Pinot Noir 2010

Posted on August 12, 2011 by Lincoln

A second label from the crew at Hoddles Creek. Retailed around the $16 mark I think, but I cannot see it on their website at the moment so I think it has sold out. But surely the 2011 cannot be … Continue reading →

Posted in Australia, Notes, Pinot Noir, Price, up to $20, Varietal/Style, Yarra Valley | Leave a comment

Yering Station Pinot Noir 2010

Posted on August 11, 2011 by Lincoln

A winery sample that has been on the tasting bench for a couple of months. Nicely perfumed: red cherries, rose petals, wood spices, forest floor and a hint of liqueured cherries. The palate is initially very tight: cherry fruits, spice, … Continue reading →

Posted in $20 to $50, Australia, Notes, Pinot Noir, Price, Varietal/Style, Yarra Valley | 3 Comments