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Capiaux Chimera Pinot Noir 2006

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Winery:
Capiaux Cellars
Varietal:
Pinot Noir
Region:
USA > California > Sonoma County > Russian River Valley
Type:
Red Wine
Drink Dates:
Drink Now - 2012
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User Tags:  color descriptors, pome, fruit, texture, fresh, pear, (tree) fruit, mineral, stone fruits, spices 


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California has long struggled with Pinot Noir. Finding the right vineyards for this most fickle of grape, one that enjoys a cool growing season yet needs warmth close to harvest to fully ripen, has proven a challenge in such a sunny state. Cooler areas eventually became identified; the Santa Rita Hills, Russian River Valley and Mendocino's Anderson valley are all prime spots for Pinot Noir in California. Unlike the lighter colored and sometimes delicate Pinots of Burgundy, California produces many rich, deep Pinots full of slightly chewy dark berry and cherry fruits with hints of cola, Asian spices and forest floor frequently adding complexity.

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Rating: 93/100 - As reviewed by International Wine Cellar on 11/07


 

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"Bright, perfumed aromas of red cherry, raspberry, eucalyptus and rose petal. Juicy, spicy and lively, with intense yet delicate flavors of musky red fruits. A pretty wine with a light green quality lurking and some slightly dry tannins. From a blend of vineyards; this is Capiaux's entry-level pinot" IWC 6/08


 

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Capiaux Pinot Noir Chimera Vineyard A beautiful nose of red currants, a touch of pomegranate, and some forest floor notes. Gorgeous fruit, medium to full body, silky tannins, and a plush texture all make for a sensual Pinot Noir experience at a very fair price.


 

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Rating: 92/100 - As reviewed by Wine Spectator


 

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Rating: 96/100 - As reviewed by Wine Advocate on 11/06


 

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