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Friday, September 7, 2012

Hernando Cortes Pinot Noir 2009 (about $12)






About the Wine:  2009 was an excellent year for California Pinot Noir so finding one at this price point could potentially be a great find.  Less encouraging is the fact that the front label list its origin as "California" which is a pretty big place and not at all specific in wine making terms.

About THIS Wine:  A pink rim surrounds a violet center.  The nose made me wince with strong, one could even say offensive aromas of forest floor.  Red fruit and sour cherry are prominent on a reasonably good palate but there is no finish to speak of.

Drinking This Wine:  This would go well with roast duck.  I generally expect a little more flavor and finish from a sipping wine.

Overall Impression:  I have had ten dollar bottles that were better.  This one is overpriced. 

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