
92POINTS
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J Vineyards Pinot Noir Galante Vineyard Estate 2009
Russian River, Sonoma County, California, United StatesTobacco leaf, celery salt, carrot top strawberry, liquorice, barnyard aromas with a touch of smoke and black cherry. Fresh, juicy, vibrant palate with blueberry, black cherry, smoky, vanilla, tobacco leaf, carrot top, liquorice and cocoa flavours with a savoury note. Still somewhat oaky and cocoa dominant but shows better balance and freshness.Tasted: 17 March 2012Tasted by: Anthony Gismondi and Stuart TobePrices:BC | $70.00 | 750ml | estimated retail |
US | $50.00 | 750ml | winery direct |
Grape: Pinot Noir