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January 09, 2010
2007 Bressler Pinot Noir
2007 Bressler Pinot Noir - USA, California, Sonoma County, Russian River Valley (1/4/2010)
Strawberry, quince, cola, Christmas spice, and forest floor in this understatedly styled Pinot Noir. True to its Russian River Valley (Sonoma) origins without going over the top, it embraces a California style without the heaviness one sometimes sees. Impeccable balance is achieved after a couple of hours of air but it tends to take on a more tart character after about 4 hours. Drink over the next 3 years.
I'm a huge fan of Bressler Napa Cabernets from the White Sulphur Creek bench west of St Helena but this was my first experience with their small production of Russian River Valley Pinot Noir. This project shows real promise. Their talented winemaker, Mia Klein, is obviously more than comfortable with the finicky Pinot grape. (90 pts.)
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Posted by matchvineyards at January 9, 2010 01:50 PM
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