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Article: Pleasing pinot noir.(WINE PANEL)
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- Cheers
- Article date:
- September 1, 2008
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Demand continues to grow for pinot noir, which accounted for three percent of the table wine in the U.S. last year, according to the 2008 Wine Handbook published by Cheers parent The Beverage Information Group. Our panel of wine experts knows why; many came away in awe of the rich and sometimes complex color, aroma and flavor they experienced while tasting these pinots from around the globe.
Brief tasting notes, ratings and suggested retail price (which may vary by market) are included for each wine.
FIVE STARS
***** (97) Louis Latour Aloxe Corton Anee 2005 (France). Near-perfect. Bold and powerful, with a ton of plum, black fruit and cassis ...