2011 Marlborough Pinot Noir
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Medium ruby-purple-colored, the 2011 Pinot Noir presents a nose of black cherry compote, black raspberries and wild blueberries with hints of menthol and cinnamon. Medium to full-bodied with a good amount of fruit supported by a low to medium level of grainy tannins and lively acid, it finishes long with some earthiness coming through. Drink it now to 2017+. Importer: Vintus Wines, New York, NY; tel. (914) 769-3000; www.vintuswines.com
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Stephen Tanzer, Vinous
Lisa Perrotti-Brown MW, Wine Advocate
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Good medium red. Sweet cherry aroma lifted by a floral note. Sweet and pliant in the mouth, with generous flavors of ripe red and darker berries and spices. Nicely shapely, suave pinot with fine-grained tannins and very good length. Delicious right now.