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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FIVE STARS
*****
92-100
A Top-flight wine. Superior in taste and character and providing an outstanding price/value relationship.

FOUR STARS
****
86-91
A very good wine and an excellent value. A wine for which customers will keep coming back.

THREE STARS
***
80-85
An above-average wine, at a reasonable price point, which many customers enjoy.

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Ironstone Vineyards Pinot Noir 2021