TN: 2004 Rhys Alesia Pinot Noir Kanzler Vineyard (USA, California, Sonoma County, Sonoma Coast)

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  • 2004 Rhys Alesia Pinot Noir Kanzler Vineyard - USA, California, Sonoma County, Sonoma Coast (7/26/2009)
    Opened about one hour prior to pouring…still exhibiting a medium dark garnet robe. The first whiff is strawberry with a hint of smoke and cola. As it sat in the glass, a bit of earth and almost “garrigue” emerged. Very different from most Sonoma pinots.
    Well balanced and round in the mouth…the finish still shows a nice touch of acidity and lingers on. Overall, the wine improved in the glass and was a perfect match for planked Wild Alaskan salmon with a mustard, bourbon glaze.
    The wine was quite drinkable but the balance and acidity bode well for a bit more aging.

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Really looking forward to the next Rhys offering!!

Cheers!
Marshall [cheers.gif]

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Thanks for the note. My only note on this wine was from 2 years ago, although I think I have tried it since … probably at a tasting. My note from them had a ? about its future. I am glad it is moving along nicely.

J

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Thanks for the update Marshall. I’ve been thinking about digging one of these out.

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One of my 2 favorite Alesia pinots. I opened my last bottle last September but I’m glad to hear it’s still doing well.

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Thanks for the feedback…I have been very lax in posting to and from CT and I need to remedy that. [oops.gif]


Cheers!
Marshall