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2002 Sea Smoke Cellars Pinot Noir Botella
Pinot Noir: 750ml
$119.99
about this wine:
"The 2003 Botella is dark ruby in color and has a bright, fruit forward nose: cherries, cola, wild berries and exotic spices meld beautifully together. This wine is lively, yet sophisticated on the palate. A broad mouth is followed with rich, chewy tannins and a pleasingly long, crisp finish...The 2003 growing season proved to be quite a viticultural challenge for...the central coast of California in general. Unseasonable weather throughout the year...but the small remaining crop turned out to be uniform and of exceptional concentration..."
points awarded:
WA 91 WS 9191 points,
Robert Parker's Wine Advocate, August 2004
The 2002 Pinot Noir Botella exhibits a saturated ruby/purple color as well as a tight but promising nose of cassis, macerated black cherries, forest floor, and subtle oak. Although still primary, it is loaded. It possesses a rich, full-bodied, pure palate with seamlessly integrated acidity and tannin. A 30+ second finish adds to the joy. While accessible, another 1-2 years of cellaring will result in something quite special. Anticipated maturity: 2005-2012.
91 points,
Wine Spectator, August 2004
A superripe, rich and concentrated style, with lavish mocha-laced oak wrapped around tasty black cherry, plum and wild berry fruit flavors. Firmly tannic, which gives it a nice backbone. Finishes with a touch of heat, but also a long, plush, lingering aftertaste...
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