Reviews & Ratings

2005 Kenneth Volk Vineyards Pinot Noir "Sierra Madre Vineyard"

Winery: Kenneth Volk Vineyards

Vintage: 2005

Wine Name/Vineyard: "Sierra Madre Vineyard"

Wine Category: Pinot Noir

Grape blend: 100% Pinot Noir

Bottle size: 750 ml

Region: Santa Maria Valley

State or country: CA

Price: $36

Cases produced: 315

KWG Score: 89 (based on 1 review)

Ken's Wine Rating: Very Good (89.99-87)

Review date: April 24, 2008

Wine Review: This very dark red Pinot Noir opens with and earthy raspberry bouquet with hints of spice. On the palate, this wine is round and smoothes out with some air. It displays spicy sweet strawberry like flavors notes of cinnamon and black pepper. The finish is dry and a bit subtle. This wine would pair well with chicken or veal marsala. Enjoy - Ken

Winemaker Notes: As a finished wine the 2005 Sierra Madre Pinot Noir shows forest floor earth tone aromas along with sweet berry and Asian spice. On the palate, the wine is full and rich. One of the atttibutes of the Sierra Madre Vineyard is the elegant texture and velvety mouth feel that is delivered when working with old school selections of Pinot Noir.

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