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 | 2005 Lynmar Pinot Noir Russian River Valley
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Ratings and Awards
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Awards:
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Winemaker's Notes
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The color this year is of similar depth and concentration to the '04, though with more of a garnet hue from the softer acidity.
Aromas begin, uncommonly for a Lynmar Pinot, with mélange of dark fruit notes, yet with no sense of overripeness or alcoholic
warmth. There is simply a "jammier" character this vintage due to the nature of the fruit. A subtle Chinese 5-spice note accents
the fruit, along with a mild, complex earthiness desired in a naturally fermented Pinot. Our vineyard sources were refined from
2004; where this really shows is in this wine's texture. The entry is round and inviting, with a rich but not heavy mid-palate,
velvety tannins, and a soft yet balanced acidity. There is a nice youthful “grip” to the finish that in no way detracts from this
wine's early drinking appeal. In fact, we expect this vintage to drink better than ever upon release. As always, this wine will only
get better during its release cycle, and we expect it to continue to evolve wonderfully for at least the next 2 years..o |
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Detailed Information
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Wine Maker:
| Hugh Chappelle; Paul Hobbs, Consulting
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Wine Composition:
| 100% Pinot Noir
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Total Acidity:
| 0.57 g/100ml
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Cooperage:
| 16 mo. in small (60 gal.) French oak barrels(30% new)
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Bottled Date:
| February, 2007
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| | | Score | User | City | State | Country | Tasting Notes | Time |
| 75 | | | 90 | JaneGarvey | Atlanta | Georgia | USA | Full-bodied dry red wine; medium dark cherry red color. Sweet dark fruit aromas, focused on dark cherry, leading into dark cherry flavors—typical of Russian River—with a slight caramel note in the finish. Soft tannins. Nice length with plenty of sweet fruit all the way to the finish and good acid balance. Elegant. Russian River Valley Pinot Noir is all about fruit, and this one is no exception. 2005 was a very cool vintage, a condition Pinot Noir likes. Can enjoy over a few years with proper cellaring.
Suggested Food Pairings:
Roast duck, grilled mild Italian sausage; roast turkey (especially the dark meat) with sausage dressing; grilled lamb steaks or chops, roast lamb, grilled chicken with sun-dried tomatoes and capers; sage-dressing-stuffed pork loin; creamy blues (Fourme d’Ambert, Cambazola) and other creamy mild cheeses, such as mushroom brie.
Georgia Distributor:
Atlanta Wholesale Wine/NDC | 01/01/2008 |
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