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Williams Selyem Russian River Valley 2005

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Williams Selyem Russian River Valley (2005)

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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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Snooth User: norfizzle
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Reminiscent of blackberries, plums, cloves, black truffle, cola and crème brûlée. The rich and broad tannins accentuate blackberry-plummy fruits and complement the creamy, silky, yet fat finish and concentrated berry /spicy flavors. Loved it!


December 2007

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Medium red. Strong notes of cumin and sassafras accent bright strawberry and raspberry scents. Elegant, silky and easygoing, with light red berry flavors and a fresh mineral note on the finish. This is ready to drink. 89 points Stephen Tanzer. A Pinot Noir wine from California in USA. 2005 Williams Selyem Pinot Noir Russian River Valley 750ml


March 2009

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Disappointed with this WmSeleym Pinot. Perhaps we built it up too much, but it was fairly thin, a little cloudy and dark cherries. Tangy and tight.


July 2008

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Rating: 90/100 - As reviewed by Wine & Spirits Magazine on 06/07


 

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July 2008

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