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Vineyard: Olivet Lane
| Owner | Bob Pellegrini |
| Appellation | Russian River Valley |
| Story | A heritage property that is one of the oldest existing Pinot Noir vineyards in the Russian River Valley. A former apple, prune and olive orchard on West Olivet Lane. At the recommendation of Dr. Armand Kasimatis at University of California at Davis, the Pellegrini family planted Pinot Noir and Chardonnay, developing one of the first vineyards in the region devoted exclusively to these two varieties. |
| Dates Planted | 1973 |
| Acres | 60 (20 acres of Pinot Noir) |
| Location | On the western benchland of the Santa Rosa Plain. |
| Aspect | Various exposures on an undulating plain. |
| Soils | Gravelly, clay loam. |
| Varieties | Chardonnay, Pinot Noir |
| Clones | Martini 13 |
| Trellis Spacing | 8' x 12', vertical trellis; AXR rootstock |
Articles mentioning wines produced from this vineyard
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Sips of California Pinot Noir (9.18 1/19/2013)
Tasting Olivet Lane Vineyard Pinot Noir (7.11 1/28/2009)
WesMar: Palate-Pleasing Pinot (6.53 2/18/2008)
WesMar: Tasting Some Older and Anticipating Some New (8.23 10/6/2010)
Olivet Lane Pinot Noir: Best Ever in 2007 (8.2 10/3/2009)
On the Pinot Trail: WOPN 2010 (8.13 4/8/2010)
Mining for Good Under-$30 Pinot: Inflation Tamers (8.32 3/1/2011)
Pali Wine Co. Spans the Entire Northwest Pinot Trail (7.21 7/9/2009)
Memoirs of a Wine Trip Well-Taken (6.5 11/26/2006)
Merry Edwards: Pinot Noir Royalty (5.52 10/2/2006)
Adventures Along the Pinot Trail, Part 3 (6.34 7/30/2007)
Pellegrini Olivet Lane Heritage Pinot Noir (6.41 10/4/2007)
Wineries sourcing from this vineyard
Reviewed wines produced from this vineyard
2010 Williams Selyem Olivet Lane Vineyard Russian River Valley Pinot Noir
14.2% alc., $75.
·
Moderately
dark reddish-purple color in the glass. Long and persistent scents of dark cherries and berries, bramble and
exotic spices including clove. Moderately rich core of blackberry and black plum fruit with a floral and loamy
earth undertone and reigned-in tannins. Good mid palate impression with an elegant citrus-fused finish that
slips off the back of the palate like a silk sheet. Very good.
Reviewed January 19, 2013
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2009 Pellegrini Olivet Lane Vineyard Russian River Valley Pinot Noir
13.93% alc., $28. 49% Occidental
Road, 33% Burnside Road, 14% BCD and 4% Pierres vineyards.
·
Bright Bing cherry and fresh strawberry
aromas with whiffs of oak and dark chocolate. Discreetly intense red cherry and red berry flavors with a slight
confected (Red Vines), earthy, and dark chocolate undertone. Reserved, fine-grain tannins. Well-crafted, but
only of moderate flavor interest. Decent (+).
Reviewed March 2, 2011
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2007 Olivet Lane Vineyard Estate Reserve Cuvée Russian River Valley Pinot Noir
14.1% alc., 168 cases, to
be released in 2010. Packaged in a heavier, taller bottle which
makes a statement. More new oak aging than the regular Estate
bottling.
·
This is a more decadent version of the estate wine. The fruit
intensity is ramped up on the nose offering a melange of dark red
cherries and berries with a hint of spice and a subtle floral scent.
Delicious red plum and black cherry flavors expand in the mouth, showing a
mild firmness, density and chewiness, yet still retaining a silky sensuality. A
very polished wine that is beautifully crafted and approachable now although
patience will bring even more rewards. Definitely worth the reserve
designation and the best Olivet Lane Vineyard Estate bottling to date.
Reviewed October 3, 2009
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2007 Olivet Lane Vineyard Pellegrini Family Vineyards Russian River Valley Estate Pinot Noir
14.1% alc., pH
3.48, 2,600 cases, $35, now released. Aged 16 months in
33% new French oak, mainly Francois Freres and
Rousseau.
·
Moderately deep reddish-purple robe.
Intoxicating nose right out of the bottle showing off bright
Bing cherry, a hint of strawberry jam on toast and the faintest oak. The
enticing medium-bodied core of red fruits are touched with citric peel and
sweet oak. The wine flows like silk over the palate, offering vim and vigor
from the refreshing acidity. Soft tannins make for easy current drinkability,
but this can age.
Reviewed October 3, 2009
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2007 Pali Wine Co. Inman Olivet Vineyard Russian River Valley Pinot Noir
13.6% alc., 212 cases, $50, released spring 2009. Formerly the Olivet Grange
Vineyard, this 7.2-acre vineyard was planted in 2000 and is farmed organically by
owner Kathleen Inman. The clones are 114, 115, 667 and 777.
·
Bright aromas of
black cherries, strawberries, cola and oak. Tasty and tangy black cherry fruit jumps
out flanked by flavors of pomegranates, cherry cola, savory herbs, and oak char.
The flamboyant tannins will integrate with more time in the bottle. A charming wine
that holds your interest.
Reviewed July 9, 2009
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2006 Olivet Lane Vineyard Estate Bottled Russian River Valley Pinot Noir
14.1% alc., $36.
·
Bright crimson robe. Pleasing aromas of
red Pinot fruits, especially Bing cherry, oak spice and vanilla. Cherry driven
juicy flavors pushing ripeness to the edge with a hint of raisin and
roasted fruit. Easy to drink with fine-grained tannins and a refreshingly
clean finish.
Reviewed January 28, 2009
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2006 Pellegrini Olivet Lane Estate Russian River Valley Pinot Noir
14.6% alc., $36. 10% whole clusters placed with remainder of the de-stemmed
fruit and lightly crushed. After a 3 day cold maceration, the
vats were inoculated with a selected strain of yeast. Fermentation
lasted 12 days with traditional hand punch downs. Aged 11 months in a
combination of French and Eastern European oak, 33% new.
·
Sensuous aromatics featuring Bing
cherry, anise, toast and strawberry. The core of red fruits is tasty and forward but elegant in presentation.
The wine is supple in the mouth with pleasing persistence and has a refreshing acid lift on the finish. Impeccable
balance. Ready to drink now, it will remain a really lovely wine over time. With a comfortable
price point, this is one to buy by the case.
Reviewed October 4, 2007
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2005 Olivet Lane Estate Vineyard Russian River Valley Pinot Noir
$30.
·
This is a fine go-to Pinot
Noir that is often priced several dollars less than suggested retail. The wine
is not over-bearing or tiresome to drink and compliments food nicely. The
cherry fruit is of great breeding and the ethereal style is appealing.
Reviewed July 30, 2007
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2005 Olivet Lane Russian River Valley Pinot Noir
$30 Kevin loves working
with Olivet Lane fruit for he says the wine makes itself; no tricks,
additives, modifications required. 10% whole clusters used. Aged 11
months in French and Eastern European oak, 33% new.
·
This has been in bottle
only a short time so will only get better. Still, it is pretty flashy already, with
aromas of earth, leather, and spiced black cherries. This is a Pinot that has
finesse over fruit heaviness and great verve and style. It is a little showier than
the 2004. So juicy and tasty you want to ‘nibble’ at it.
Reviewed November 26, 2006
WINERY »
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2005 WesMar Olivet Lane Vineyard Russian River Valley Pinot Noir
14.0% alc., 308 cases, $37.
Last vintage from this venerable vineyard. She said, “Tight when bottled but stunning now. Very traditional
Russian River cherry and strawberry flavors.”
·
I say, heady and intoxicating Bing cherry, strawberry
and cinnamon spice scents. Most sensual aromatics in the lineup. A WOW wine. Cherry driven
with many berries joining the party. The texture is soft as a newborn’s rear end and the finish lasts and
lasts. Impeccable balance and admirable acidity for food. Still great the next day. 10 cases left - act now!
Reviewed February 18, 2008
WINERY »
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2005 WesMar Olivet Lane Vineyard Russian River Valley Pinot Noir
14.0% alc., 308 cases, $37. The final
bottling from Olivet Lane for WesMar.
·
Dark reddish-purple color. Complex aromatic profile of dark red cherries,
berries, baking spice, herbs, oak char and barnyard. Tasty dark red stone fruits with a burly, earthy edge.
Nicely composed and balanced with mild ripe tannins and a citrus peel tang on the lively finish. Not the fruit
intensity of the previous vintages and more in touch with the Olivet Lane Estate bottlings by Pellegrini.
Reviewed January 28, 2009
WINERY »
ARTICLE »
2005 Merry Edwards Olivet Lane Vineyard Russian River Valley Pinot Noir
14.3% alc., $60.
·
Deep ruby color. Nicely oaked, rich black cherry fruit highlighted
with vanillin and spice, finishing with good persistence and leaving quite a bit of
tannin in its wake.
Reviewed January 28, 2009
WINERY »
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2004 Olivet Lane Russian River Valley Pinot Noir
14.1% alc., 2,900 cases, $24
·
This Pinot has an attractive
nose of herbs, cola, spice and cherries. Flavors of dried fruit, herbs and cherry-pie filling are linger
on the finish which has plenty of zip and zing. As Mick Jagger would say, “It’s only Pinot Noir, but I like
it!”
Reviewed November 26, 2006
WINERY »
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2004 WesMar Olivet Lane Vineyard Russian River Valley Pinot Noir
14.4%., 177 cases, $37.
·
Evocative Bing cherry and raspberry fruit with a
sidecar of cardamon and cinnamon spice. Hi-toned and vivid with lively
acidity and supple tannins. Light on its feet and impeccably balanced, this
wine leaves a long, scented raspberry aroma on the finish. A little less fruit
extraction than the 2003 vintage, but equally satisfying.
Reviewed January 28, 2009
WINERY »
ARTICLE »
2004 WesMar Olivet Lane Vineyard Russian River Valley Pinot Noir
14.4% alc., 177 cases, $37.
·
This wine has a "Oh, my God" nose perfumed with dark crushed stone fruits, a little nutmeg and a whiff of pie crust. In the mouth, luscious red and black fruits are highlighted by sweet vanilla and oak flavors and a good dose of cinnamon spice. There are some wet leaf and earth notes as well. This Pinot Noir has the most Burgundian sensibility in the lineup and its zippy acidity portends a long life in the cellar. A surf (refreshing acidity) and turf (earth and forest) Pinot Noir.
Reviewed July 17, 2006
WINERY »
2004 WesMar Olivet Lane Vineyard Russian River Valley Pinot Noir
14.4% alc., 177 cases, $37.
·
The
aromas are striking initially showing dark berry jam and exotic spices but fadeing in the glass, becoming less
fruity and more savory with a slight green note over time. Tasty essence of fresh and juicy dark red berries and
cherries with a subtle undertone of oak. Great harmony with fading fine tannins and a fruit-filled finish. Good.
Reviewed October 6, 2010
WINERY »
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2004 Merry Edwards Olivet Lane Russian River Valley Pinot Noir
14.3% alc., $57.
·
Classic and
classy Russian River Valley Pinot Noir profile featuring the triad of Bing cherries, cola and Asian spice.
Restrained and demure, yet immensely satisfying with gossamer tannins and impeccable balance. This
one hits all the right notes.
Reviewed January 28, 2009
WINERY »
ARTICLE »
2004 Merry Edwards Olivet Lane Vineyard Russian River Valley Pinot Noir
14.3% alc., $57. This
heritage vineyard is over thirty years old and still pumping out quintessential Russian River Pinot fruit.
Merry Edwards has been making Olivet Lane Pinot Noir since 1989 and this may be her best vintage
yet. This Pinot Noir was aged 10 months in 80% new French oak but you would never know it as the
oak is so well integrated.
·
A reference standard for Russian River Valley Pinot Noir. Oh that Bing cherry
and cola and Asian spice. Demure and perfectly balanced. A finish that is ridiculously long. Lively acidity
brings out the fruit beautifully. This is why I get excited about Pinot Noir. This is a wine you want to go
one on one with - find a time when you are alone, uncork a bottle, and spend the evening in a monogamous
relationship.
Reviewed October 2, 2006
WINERY »
ARTICLE »
2003 WesMar Olivet Lane Vineyard Russian River Valley Pinot Noir
14.3% alc., 162 cases, $35.
·
Intense perfume of cherry liquor with hints of oak, spice and smoke. Plush and generous on the palate
but falls short of jammy, featuring dark cherry flavors, hints of cola and Asian spice, restrained tannins
and a velvety texture. This wine has surrendered none of its fruit strength and complexity over time and
has several good years ahead. A seductive wine of great charm.
Reviewed January 28, 2009
WINERY »
ARTICLE »
2002 WesMar Olivet Lane Vineyard Russian River Valley Pinot Noir
14.3% alc., 185 cases, $35.
·
Intoxicating old wine bouquet featuring black raspberries, raisin, marzipan and lacquered wood. Roasted
berries and raisin carry through on the palate with notes of brown sugar. Silky in texture with some unobtrusive
tannin and a good acid spark on the finish. Charming and still pretty darn good, but should be drunk now.
Reviewed January 28, 2009
WINERY »
ARTICLE »
1992 Williams Selyem Olivet Lane Vineyard Russian River Valley Pinot Noir
13.9%
alc., pH 3.46, $28. Harvested at 23.9 Brix. Aged 11 months in 62% new and 38% 1-
year-old Francois Freres oak barrels.
·
The nose is remarkably intense featuring black
cherries, cola and spice. Richly fruited with amazingly fresh flavors of black cherries
and berries. The tannins have fully integrated and the wine drinks like silk. Incredible.
Reviewed April 8, 2010
WINERY »
ARTICLE »
2010 Williams Selyem Olivet Lane Vineyard Russian River Valley Pinot Noir
14.2% alc., $75. · Moderately dark reddish-purple color in the glass. Long and persistent scents of dark cherries and berries, bramble and exotic spices including clove. Moderately rich core of blackberry and black plum fruit with a floral and loamy earth undertone and reigned-in tannins. Good mid palate impression with an elegant citrus-fused finish that slips off the back of the palate like a silk sheet. Very good. Reviewed January 19, 2013 WINERY » ARTICLE »
2009 Pellegrini Olivet Lane Vineyard Russian River Valley Pinot Noir
13.93% alc., $28. 49% Occidental Road, 33% Burnside Road, 14% BCD and 4% Pierres vineyards. · Bright Bing cherry and fresh strawberry aromas with whiffs of oak and dark chocolate. Discreetly intense red cherry and red berry flavors with a slight confected (Red Vines), earthy, and dark chocolate undertone. Reserved, fine-grain tannins. Well-crafted, but only of moderate flavor interest. Decent (+). Reviewed March 2, 2011 WINERY » ARTICLE »
2007 Olivet Lane Vineyard Estate Reserve Cuvée Russian River Valley Pinot Noir
14.1% alc., 168 cases, to be released in 2010. Packaged in a heavier, taller bottle which makes a statement. More new oak aging than the regular Estate bottling. · This is a more decadent version of the estate wine. The fruit intensity is ramped up on the nose offering a melange of dark red cherries and berries with a hint of spice and a subtle floral scent. Delicious red plum and black cherry flavors expand in the mouth, showing a mild firmness, density and chewiness, yet still retaining a silky sensuality. A very polished wine that is beautifully crafted and approachable now although patience will bring even more rewards. Definitely worth the reserve designation and the best Olivet Lane Vineyard Estate bottling to date. Reviewed October 3, 2009 WINERY » ARTICLE »
2007 Olivet Lane Vineyard Pellegrini Family Vineyards Russian River Valley Estate Pinot Noir
14.1% alc., pH 3.48, 2,600 cases, $35, now released. Aged 16 months in 33% new French oak, mainly Francois Freres and Rousseau. · Moderately deep reddish-purple robe. Intoxicating nose right out of the bottle showing off bright Bing cherry, a hint of strawberry jam on toast and the faintest oak. The enticing medium-bodied core of red fruits are touched with citric peel and sweet oak. The wine flows like silk over the palate, offering vim and vigor from the refreshing acidity. Soft tannins make for easy current drinkability, but this can age. Reviewed October 3, 2009 WINERY » ARTICLE »
2007 Pali Wine Co. Inman Olivet Vineyard Russian River Valley Pinot Noir
13.6% alc., 212 cases, $50, released spring 2009. Formerly the Olivet Grange Vineyard, this 7.2-acre vineyard was planted in 2000 and is farmed organically by owner Kathleen Inman. The clones are 114, 115, 667 and 777. · Bright aromas of black cherries, strawberries, cola and oak. Tasty and tangy black cherry fruit jumps out flanked by flavors of pomegranates, cherry cola, savory herbs, and oak char. The flamboyant tannins will integrate with more time in the bottle. A charming wine that holds your interest. Reviewed July 9, 2009 WINERY » ARTICLE »
2006 Olivet Lane Vineyard Estate Bottled Russian River Valley Pinot Noir
14.1% alc., $36. · Bright crimson robe. Pleasing aromas of red Pinot fruits, especially Bing cherry, oak spice and vanilla. Cherry driven juicy flavors pushing ripeness to the edge with a hint of raisin and roasted fruit. Easy to drink with fine-grained tannins and a refreshingly clean finish. Reviewed January 28, 2009 WINERY » ARTICLE »
2006 Pellegrini Olivet Lane Estate Russian River Valley Pinot Noir
14.6% alc., $36. 10% whole clusters placed with remainder of the de-stemmed fruit and lightly crushed. After a 3 day cold maceration, the vats were inoculated with a selected strain of yeast. Fermentation lasted 12 days with traditional hand punch downs. Aged 11 months in a combination of French and Eastern European oak, 33% new. · Sensuous aromatics featuring Bing cherry, anise, toast and strawberry. The core of red fruits is tasty and forward but elegant in presentation. The wine is supple in the mouth with pleasing persistence and has a refreshing acid lift on the finish. Impeccable balance. Ready to drink now, it will remain a really lovely wine over time. With a comfortable price point, this is one to buy by the case. Reviewed October 4, 2007 WINERY » ARTICLE »
2005 Olivet Lane Estate Vineyard Russian River Valley Pinot Noir
$30. · This is a fine go-to Pinot Noir that is often priced several dollars less than suggested retail. The wine is not over-bearing or tiresome to drink and compliments food nicely. The cherry fruit is of great breeding and the ethereal style is appealing. Reviewed July 30, 2007 WINERY » ARTICLE »
2005 Olivet Lane Russian River Valley Pinot Noir
$30 Kevin loves working with Olivet Lane fruit for he says the wine makes itself; no tricks, additives, modifications required. 10% whole clusters used. Aged 11 months in French and Eastern European oak, 33% new. · This has been in bottle only a short time so will only get better. Still, it is pretty flashy already, with aromas of earth, leather, and spiced black cherries. This is a Pinot that has finesse over fruit heaviness and great verve and style. It is a little showier than the 2004. So juicy and tasty you want to ‘nibble’ at it. Reviewed November 26, 2006 WINERY » ARTICLE »
2005 WesMar Olivet Lane Vineyard Russian River Valley Pinot Noir
14.0% alc., 308 cases, $37. Last vintage from this venerable vineyard. She said, “Tight when bottled but stunning now. Very traditional Russian River cherry and strawberry flavors.” · I say, heady and intoxicating Bing cherry, strawberry and cinnamon spice scents. Most sensual aromatics in the lineup. A WOW wine. Cherry driven with many berries joining the party. The texture is soft as a newborn’s rear end and the finish lasts and lasts. Impeccable balance and admirable acidity for food. Still great the next day. 10 cases left - act now! Reviewed February 18, 2008 WINERY » ARTICLE »
2005 WesMar Olivet Lane Vineyard Russian River Valley Pinot Noir
14.0% alc., 308 cases, $37. The final bottling from Olivet Lane for WesMar. · Dark reddish-purple color. Complex aromatic profile of dark red cherries, berries, baking spice, herbs, oak char and barnyard. Tasty dark red stone fruits with a burly, earthy edge. Nicely composed and balanced with mild ripe tannins and a citrus peel tang on the lively finish. Not the fruit intensity of the previous vintages and more in touch with the Olivet Lane Estate bottlings by Pellegrini. Reviewed January 28, 2009 WINERY » ARTICLE »
2005 Merry Edwards Olivet Lane Vineyard Russian River Valley Pinot Noir
14.3% alc., $60. · Deep ruby color. Nicely oaked, rich black cherry fruit highlighted with vanillin and spice, finishing with good persistence and leaving quite a bit of tannin in its wake. Reviewed January 28, 2009 WINERY » ARTICLE »
2004 Olivet Lane Russian River Valley Pinot Noir
14.1% alc., 2,900 cases, $24 · This Pinot has an attractive nose of herbs, cola, spice and cherries. Flavors of dried fruit, herbs and cherry-pie filling are linger on the finish which has plenty of zip and zing. As Mick Jagger would say, “It’s only Pinot Noir, but I like it!” Reviewed November 26, 2006 WINERY » ARTICLE »
2004 WesMar Olivet Lane Vineyard Russian River Valley Pinot Noir
14.4%., 177 cases, $37. · Evocative Bing cherry and raspberry fruit with a sidecar of cardamon and cinnamon spice. Hi-toned and vivid with lively acidity and supple tannins. Light on its feet and impeccably balanced, this wine leaves a long, scented raspberry aroma on the finish. A little less fruit extraction than the 2003 vintage, but equally satisfying. Reviewed January 28, 2009 WINERY » ARTICLE »
2004 WesMar Olivet Lane Vineyard Russian River Valley Pinot Noir
14.4% alc., 177 cases, $37. · This wine has a "Oh, my God" nose perfumed with dark crushed stone fruits, a little nutmeg and a whiff of pie crust. In the mouth, luscious red and black fruits are highlighted by sweet vanilla and oak flavors and a good dose of cinnamon spice. There are some wet leaf and earth notes as well. This Pinot Noir has the most Burgundian sensibility in the lineup and its zippy acidity portends a long life in the cellar. A surf (refreshing acidity) and turf (earth and forest) Pinot Noir. Reviewed July 17, 2006 WINERY »
2004 WesMar Olivet Lane Vineyard Russian River Valley Pinot Noir
14.4% alc., 177 cases, $37. · The aromas are striking initially showing dark berry jam and exotic spices but fadeing in the glass, becoming less fruity and more savory with a slight green note over time. Tasty essence of fresh and juicy dark red berries and cherries with a subtle undertone of oak. Great harmony with fading fine tannins and a fruit-filled finish. Good. Reviewed October 6, 2010 WINERY » ARTICLE »
2004 Merry Edwards Olivet Lane Russian River Valley Pinot Noir
14.3% alc., $57. · Classic and classy Russian River Valley Pinot Noir profile featuring the triad of Bing cherries, cola and Asian spice. Restrained and demure, yet immensely satisfying with gossamer tannins and impeccable balance. This one hits all the right notes. Reviewed January 28, 2009 WINERY » ARTICLE »
2004 Merry Edwards Olivet Lane Vineyard Russian River Valley Pinot Noir
14.3% alc., $57. This heritage vineyard is over thirty years old and still pumping out quintessential Russian River Pinot fruit. Merry Edwards has been making Olivet Lane Pinot Noir since 1989 and this may be her best vintage yet. This Pinot Noir was aged 10 months in 80% new French oak but you would never know it as the oak is so well integrated. · A reference standard for Russian River Valley Pinot Noir. Oh that Bing cherry and cola and Asian spice. Demure and perfectly balanced. A finish that is ridiculously long. Lively acidity brings out the fruit beautifully. This is why I get excited about Pinot Noir. This is a wine you want to go one on one with - find a time when you are alone, uncork a bottle, and spend the evening in a monogamous relationship. Reviewed October 2, 2006 WINERY » ARTICLE »
2003 WesMar Olivet Lane Vineyard Russian River Valley Pinot Noir
14.3% alc., 162 cases, $35. · Intense perfume of cherry liquor with hints of oak, spice and smoke. Plush and generous on the palate but falls short of jammy, featuring dark cherry flavors, hints of cola and Asian spice, restrained tannins and a velvety texture. This wine has surrendered none of its fruit strength and complexity over time and has several good years ahead. A seductive wine of great charm. Reviewed January 28, 2009 WINERY » ARTICLE »
2002 WesMar Olivet Lane Vineyard Russian River Valley Pinot Noir
14.3% alc., 185 cases, $35. · Intoxicating old wine bouquet featuring black raspberries, raisin, marzipan and lacquered wood. Roasted berries and raisin carry through on the palate with notes of brown sugar. Silky in texture with some unobtrusive tannin and a good acid spark on the finish. Charming and still pretty darn good, but should be drunk now. Reviewed January 28, 2009 WINERY » ARTICLE »
1992 Williams Selyem Olivet Lane Vineyard Russian River Valley Pinot Noir
13.9% alc., pH 3.46, $28. Harvested at 23.9 Brix. Aged 11 months in 62% new and 38% 1- year-old Francois Freres oak barrels. · The nose is remarkably intense featuring black cherries, cola and spice. Richly fruited with amazingly fresh flavors of black cherries and berries. The tannins have fully integrated and the wine drinks like silk. Incredible. Reviewed April 8, 2010 WINERY » ARTICLE »
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