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$30, 4 stars, 92 points, Franschhoek, pinot noir, South Africa
This has to be the lightest colored Pinot I have ever come across, the light red color has accents of orange and resembles strawberry juice. The nose is totally different- packed with flavors it belies the visual assumptions. Strawberry, kirsch, cinnamon and a touch of oregano all hit the nose. The palate is slippery smooth, very elegant yet has a surging power waiting to release. Strawberries, cherry torte, vanilla and rhubarb all appear on the palate. Extremely fine grained tannins are present, as is some lithe acidity that really hits on the mid – to finish. Speaking of which- I get sour cherries on the backend that I’m really enjoying. Toasty oak is prominent throughout but not obnoxious. I’m serving this up with grilled monkfish and boiled potatoes. A perfect match. 92 points and 4 stars for the $30 price point. I am really enjoying it! Drink till 2023. Salut….