Demetria Estate Cuvee Sandra Pinot Noir, Sta Rita Hills, USA

德米提雅桑德拉特釀黑皮諾干紅葡萄酒

點(diǎn)擊次數(shù)：3580

Scads of sweet, fresh raspberries and cherries on this forward, fruity young wine. It’s crisp in acidity and dry, with a lush coating of smoky oak. Would benefit from a little more earthiness, as the fruit is so powerful.——S.H.(10/1/2011)—— 88

A bit sharp now, which is the most glaring feature of this otherwise rich Pinot Noir. It’s very dry, with a firmly tannic structure, while the cherry, cola, licorice and sandalwood flavors are delicious. Brief cellaring is warranted, but that sharpness is a warning that the long term may be a gamble. ——S.H.(6/1/2010)—— 89

This best-of-barrels reserve shows a richness and complexity that make for compelling drinking. A mixture of several clones and selections of Pinot Noir, the wine has firm tannins, but the burst of cherries, red currants, root beer and sweet smoky oak gives it a supple, mouth-filling quality. Delicious now with decanting, and should hold and improve through 2012.——S.H.(12/1/2008)—— 92