Wild Ridge Pinot Noir 2012

Wild Ridge

Varietal: Pinot Noir

Vintage: 2012

Country of Origin: California

Appellation: Sonoma Coast

Retail Price: $50

Tasting Notes: This pinot noir starts out showing plenty of fruit, but as you give it some time, the layers of spice, earth notes and beautifully balanced acidity unfold on the palate. This classic Sonoma Coast pinot continues to evolve through the mid-palate as the acidity builds and the spice and fresh fruit notes fade perfectly.

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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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Wild Ridge Pinot Noir 2012