varietal: Pinot Noir

La Crema Pinot Noir 2022

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La Crema
Varietal: Pinot Noir
Vintage: 2022
Country of Origin: USA
Appellation: Sonoma Coast
Retail Price: $28.99

Tasting Notes: This winery was a huge factor in bringing pinot Noir to the masses. A well-made product at an attractive price with consistent quality from vintage to vintage — not an easy feat with this fickle grape. The cool Sonoma Coast AVA’s yielded intense, concentrated flavors. Mainly hand-picked fruit underwent cold soak and open tank fermentation. Aging was in French oak for six months. Beautiful combination of classic European style with vibrant California fruit. Rich fruit aromas of plum and cherry highlight the rich color and soft finish. A great value for the pinot category
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Ironstone Vineyards Pinot Noir 2021

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Ironstone Vineyards
Varietal: Pinot Noir
Vintage: 2021
Country of Origin: USA
Appellation: Lodi
Retail Price: $14.99

Tasting Notes: It would be unfair to describe this as their entry-level wine, as it overdelivers for the price. Sourced from the families Thorton Ranch property, it benefits from the Lodi AVA maritime influence: perfect for pinot noir with cool nights and warm days. Addition of 10% syrah really adds to the complexity, and adds deep-cherry coloring. Classic earthy notes add to a meaty texture. This was perfect with our cedar plank salmon.
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King Maui Pinot Noir 2021

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King Maui
Varietal: Pinot Noir
Vintage: 2021
Country of Origin: New Zealand
Appellation: Marlborough
Retail Price: $19.99

Tasting Notes: A pinot noir for everyone and anyone. This is a lighter-style wine delivering notes of baked red fruits and a subtle earthiness. Pair this Marlborough bottle with grilled meat and hearty fare.
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Caymus Vineyards Pinot Noir 1858 2020

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Caymus Vineyards
Fanciful Name: 1858
Varietal: Pinot Noir
Vintage: 2020
Country of Origin: USA
Appellation: Monterey
Retail Price: $29.99

Tasting Notes: Monterey County's mix of warm sun and cool fog produce grapes that are incredibly high quality for the price point, and this wine is no exception. This wine delivers an elegant combination of juicy plum mixed with cinnamon and spices. It compliments everything from a dinner party cheese plate to the cranberry sauce for Thanksgiving turkey.
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De Loach Pinot Noir Heritage Reserve 2021

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De Loach
Fanciful Name: Heritage Reserve
Varietal: Pinot Noir
Vintage: 2021
Country of Origin: USA
Appellation: California
Retail Price: $14.99

Tasting Notes: Retired San Francisco fireman Cecil Deloach helped put Sonoma on the map in the mid 70’s. The Heritage Reserve series offers great value with exceptional wines. Sourced from key cool climate sights in northern and central California, including the famed Russian River AVA. Beautiful berry flavors, rich color extraction, a kiss of spice and great body. Perfect first pinot for the holiday ham dinner.
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Violet Hill Pinot Noir 2021

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Violet Hill
Varietal: Pinot Noir
Vintage: 2021
Country of Origin: USA
Appellation: Santa Barbara County
Retail Price: $22.99

Tasting Notes: Medium-bodied, with aromas of dark cherry, mocha and floral, that are echoed on the silky palate, with a bright finish.
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Cuvaison Pinot Noir 2021

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Cuvaison
Varietal: Pinot Noir
Vintage: 2021
Country of Origin: USA
Appellation: Carneros
Retail Price: $41.99

Tasting Notes: More than 50 years farming the famed Carneros region decidedly gives you a leg up in producing world-class wines. Estate-only fruit, longer fermentation and minimal barrel time yield this concentrated and aromatic pinot. Red and black fruit notes, earth tones and a hint of spice dominate California’s classic interpretation of Burgundian style. Deserves a spot on the holiday dinner table.
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Conscious Pinot Noir 2021

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Conscious
Varietal: Pinot Noir
Vintage: 2021
Country of Origin: USA
Appellation: Willamette Valley
Retail Price: $15.99

Tasting Notes: This is smooth and medium-bodied with notes of dark cherry and raspberry compote. Tertiary notes of earth and mushroom fill out the palate as it finishes with silky and light tannins.
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Verada Pinot Noir Reserve 2019

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Verada
Fanciful Name: Reserve
Varietal: Pinot Noir
Vintage: 2019
Country of Origin: USA
Appellation: California
Retail Price: $19.99

Tasting Notes: Red cherry and raspberry notes complemented by a hint of floral and a touch of oak to round out the finish. Perfect for a charcuterie board.
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Samuel Robert Pinot Noir Vineyard Reserve 2021

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Samuel Robert
Fanciful Name: Vineyard Reserve
Varietal: Pinot Noir
Vintage: 2021
Country of Origin: USA
Appellation: Willamette Valley
Retail Price: $17.99

Tasting Notes: Gorgeous maroon color. Notes of grilled meat and herbs — with subtle and soft red fruit like ripe raspberries — fill the glass immediately. This wine is smooth but has a backbone and acidity that lends itself to compliment any meal.
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Caliveda Cellars Pinot Noir 2021

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Caliveda Cellars
Varietal: Pinot Noir
Vintage: 2021
Country of Origin: USA
Appellation: Napa Valley
Retail Price: $19.99

Tasting Notes: Bursting with flavor, this pinot has medium-purple color with notes of juicy black cherry and pomegranate cola rounded out with an enticing vanilla note.
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NW Wine Company Pinot Noir Kudos Winemaker’s Reserve 2020

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NW Wine Company
Fanciful Name: Kudos Winemaker's Reserve
Varietal: Pinot Noir
Vintage: 2020
Country of Origin: USA
Appellation: Yamhill-Carlton
Retail Price: $27.99

Tasting Notes: Rich ruby color in the glass, this is quintessential Willamette pinot noir. Complementary notes of tart cherries, red currant and dried herbs fill the nose and carry into the palate. A burst of acidity in the mid-palate keeps this complex wine fresh and light on its feet.
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