Home Wine U The Buzz Wine Reviews   Review Archive      July 2006        03 ABC KA        03 Byron BNV        03 Byron SMV        03 Koehler SRH   Rating System Calendar Fun Stuff About Us Feedback Key Contacts Search FAQ Links		July 2006 Wine Tasting Notes: 2003 Pinot Noirs. 2003 Byron Pinot Noir, Bien Nacido Vineyard Deep alluring dark ruby color and clarity. Nose reveals light floral notes and an elegant blend of cherry and currant, Bien Nacido Spice: (cinnamon, cardamom, clove) with a hint of tobacco and chocolate. Dark berries wrap around light oak on the palate. Hard spice is present in the background. Tannins are soft and smooth. The finish is long with an interplay of light oak, tannins and hints of tangy strawberry. Alcohol is noticeable but not overpowering. This wine is elegant and streamlined. There is a finesse to the blend of aromas and flavors. There is a potential for this wine to evolve more over 5-10 years. RWB Score: 95 breakdown 14.5% Alcohol $40.00 Retail (from winery);        446 6-bottle cases produced Like its blended brother, this single vineyard pinot noir is a star. 2003 definitely turned out well for Byron's Pinots. This wine does not require any esoteric knowledge to enjoy. At the same time, its sophistication and richness are immediately evident even to a novice. This high scorer will please everyone. More Byron reviews Detail This wine, Byron's first vineyard-designated Pinot Noir from Bien Nacido, was aged for 10 months in French Oak, 30% new. The Bien Nacido Vineyard is another of Santa Maria Valley’s older vineyard sites, tracing its roots back to 1837. It also bears one of the most formidable reputations. Fruit from this 800 + acre vineyard is sought out by many wine makers. Two of the wines reviewed this month are sourced entirely from this vineyard. On the grounds of the vineyard are two wine making facilities: one is shared by Qupe and Au Bon Climat and the other to Tantara Winery. Bien Nacido Vineyard is also one of the major viticultural nurseries for certified varietal budwoods. Color  5 points Nose  5 points Palate  4 points Finish  4 points Tannins  5 points Acidity  5 points Alcohol  5 points Aging potential  3 points Overall quality  10 points Back to top Rating Scale explained Search our wine reviews archive by: review date, vintage and winery.			Get the buzz: Wine reviews Great stories Interviews Wine education tools New content every month It's FREE! Click here
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