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Tuesday, October 26, 2010

Castle Rock: 2008 Pinot Noir, Monterey County

Rated 91 pointa by the Wine Cellar

Produced from vineyards in the Monterey County along the central coast of California this wine is of good value. The cool breeze of Monterey Bay results in a long growing season and more time for the grapes to ripe on the vines. I bought it earlier this year, kept in my cellar and opened it a few days ago.

I was very pleased with the results--have to admit though that Pinot Noir is one of my favorites wines. Of medium body and complexity, this young wine is full of cherry and plum flavors with a pleasant lingering effect. Very smooth, well balanced and with mild tannins this wine will age well for several more years. Good companion to many Mediterranean dishes. See the Castle Rock winery for more suggestions of food and wine pairings.

The Wine Cellar gives it 91 points-- a good value...

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