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Hess Select 2016 Pinot Noir
Winery: Hess Select
Grape(s): 100% Pinot Noir
Region: Central Coast, Ca
Year: 2016
Special Designation: n/a
Farming Certification: n/a
Price: 10-15

Review:
Elements of cherries, strawberries, and plums intermingle with hints of cedar and vanilla on the nose. The palate unfurls with flavors of raspberries, strawberry, and plum that flow into whispers of clove, vanilla, and rose petals. Nice fruit and nice acidity make this a Pinot that's ideal for dishes like duck or roast chicken.
Rating: 89

J Vineyards 2016 Pinot Noir
Winery: J Vineyards
Grape(s): 100% Pinot Noir
Region: California
Year: 2016
Special Designation: n/a
Farming Certification: n/a
Price: 15-20

Review:
Aromatics of bing cherries, red currants, and plums mingle among hints of cola, rose petals, and all-spice on the nose. Ripe flavors of cherry, strawberry, and plum open up into expressions of spring flowers, cinnamon and cola on the palate. Rich fruit and a balanced acidity make this a winner for the price.
Rating: 90

Au Bon Climat 2016 Pinot Noir
Winery: Au Bon Climat
Grape(s): 100% Pinot Noir
Region: Santa Barbara County, California
Year: 2016
Special Designation: n/a
Farming Certification: n/a
Price: 20-25

Review:
A bouquet of vivid red berries, all-spice, earth, and anise greets the senses. Strawberry, bing cherry and raspberry flavors open up into nuances of earth and licorice on the palate. With a food-friendly acidity and lively fruit, this is a Pinot to pair with grilled salmon.
Rating: 90