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2006
Joseph Swan Pinot Noir Cuvée de Trois Russian River Valley
(750ml)
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Producer: |
Joseph Swan Vineyards
swanwinery.com
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| Appellation: |
Russian River Valley - California - United States
(AVA)
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| Type: |
red
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| Varietal: |
Pinot Noir
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| Maturity: |
Drink |
| Rating: |
Excellent |
| Est. Price: |
$24.00 |
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Tasting Notes:
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tasted:
January 19, 2009
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roger price
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4 stars
"Color: pale; Aromas: dried fruit; Sweetness: medium dry; Finish: short; "
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tasted:
October 30, 2009
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Bill Haggerty
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1 star
"Color: bright; very acidic even after decanted an hour. weak tast also. very disappointing"
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rated:
March 22, 2009
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William Allen
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"wine was past its prime with poor color, showing signs of oxidation. Odd since no signs of corkage, and fairly sure had been stored properly."
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rated:
August 30, 2009
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K&L Wine Merchants
klwines.com
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"Called "Cuvée de Trois" because the wine traditionally blended fruit from three vineyard sources, the 2006 adds a fourth, including fruit from Trenton Vineyard, Trenton View, Great Oak and Saralee's Vineyard. Each site contributes unique characteristics to the final cuvée. Swan Estate's Trenton Vineyard, a Russian River landmark, lends structure, spice, deeper tones and a slight acidity. The Trenton View provides red fruit and silky tannins. The Great Oak is the wine's muscle: dark mountain berries and structure. The diverse clonal selection from Saralee's Vineyard lifts the entire wine, with its pretty cherry fruit and floral perfume. A truly balanced wine, Joseph Swan's "Cuvée de Trois" offers the intense fruit of California pinot and the finesse and elegance of Burgundy. Medium-bodied with plush berry, clove and rose characteristics."
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