| Rating | 91 |
| Style | Red |
| Variety | Pinot Noir |
| Vintage | 2016 |
| Appellation |
Russian River Valley Sonoma County North Coast California USA |
| ABV | 13.6% |
| Price | $68.00 |
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| Reviewed By | |
| Reviewed | 2019-04-18 |
Perfect For
Long-Term Aging, Special Occasion Splurges, Treat Yo'self
Drink If You Like
Barbera, Merlot , Pinot Noir
Cartograph Estate Pinot Noir 2016 Review
The nose on this wine will take you on a wild ride with Rhubarb tinged with rosemary and seasoned meat mingling with unctuous mushrooms, and that's just to start. Then comes the cranberry tang as the wine opens a bit with some added aromas of beetroot and a hint of smoke. It’s fun. The palate wants to be chewy, but the tannins say no, bringing more of an angular tone and a whiff of cigar box. It’s an awesome wine that needs some time.
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