Rochioli Pinot Noir 2004

Rochioli Vineyards has definitely earned its place in the pantheon of stellar winemaking. Year after year, wines coming from the Rochioli vineyards rank at the top of virtually every winelover's wish list. After his father spent more than a decade farming the land, Joe Rochioli purchased the vineyards in the late 1950s. He was certain that specific varietals would do best in the unique microclimate of the Russian River Valley. When his son, Tom, began to produce the first Rochioli wines in the mid 1980s, the immediate results were spectacular. The outstanding quality of the Pinot Noir, read more...Chardonnay, and Sauvignon Blanc, which come from this vineyard, made it clear that the Rochiolis were outstanding winemakers. The 161-acre Rochioli vineyard is exceptional. When one combines great vineyards with great farming practices, the obvious result is great wine grapes, and exceptional wines. The Rochiolis still sell some of their grapes to other noted Pinot Noir winemakers. Currently, Tom Rochioli makes about 10,000 cases of estate wine per year. Most winelovers would certainly appreciate having more of these outstanding wines available for their tables and cellars.    (hide)

A Pinot Noir wine from California in USA. 2004 Rochioli, J Pinot Noir Russian River Valley 750ml

March 2009

Rivaling the profound West Block, the 2004 Pinot Noir East Block boasts a slightly more saturated dense ruby/purple-tinged color, and plays it slightly closer to the vest. On the palate, it explodes with flavor intensity, depth, and length. Layered, ... Robert Parker. A Pinot Noir wine from California in USA. 2004 J Rochioli Pinot Noir East Block 750ml

January 2009

The lush, opulent, full-bodied 2004 Pinot Noir Estate reveals dense plum, sweet cherry, and pomegranate characteristics interwoven with spice box. This intense, but light-on-its-feet, sexy Pinot should be consumed during its first 4-5 years of life. Robert Parker. A Pinot Noir wine from California in USA. 2004 Rochioli, J Pinot Noir Estate 750ml

October 2009

Day 1: nose thick with red berries, pomegranate. on the palate nice attack and mid palate but eh finish was harsh acid. recorked.Day2: Much softer and more approachable. Sappy, cranberry, spice.Will hold the next one for a few years

October 2006

In stock limited

June 2009