WTN: 2002 Radio - Couteaux Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir

[geo t.]

2002 Radio - Couteau Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir Marsh Vineyard, $35, 14.4% alc.: Kim and I are so happy with this wine, not only because we really love good Pinot Noir, but also because the grapes were grown by Pete and Barbara Marsh, two of the nicest people you'll ever want to meet. A ruby dark garnet in color, it exudes a beautiful bouquet of pretty black cherry, raspberry and Asian spice, with hints of cola and smoke. These follow through in the exuberant flavors, and despite a few years worth of tannins, this is already drinking so well that I fear for the safety of our other bottles; they may not last long. Nice intensity and concentration, with a long lovely finish, this is a no - brainer for anyone who loves fine California pinot noir, except that it's probably all spoken for, with only 76 cases produced.

More recent Pinot Noir notes can be viewed in A Small Parade of Pinot Noir, Tasting Notes from the Underground, The Gang of Pour.

Reporting from Day-twah,

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Edited July 1, 2004 by geo t. (log)