Atticus Vineyard Pinot Noir 2009
Our 09 Atticus Vineyard is a blend of 80% Atticus Vineyard Dijon 667 &777 and 20% Atticus Vineyard Pommard. The wine was raised in 25% new French oak for 9 months and after racking and blending spent a further 2 months in the same barrels. Exotic spices fuse on the nose with juicy aromas of black cherries and black plums. The lively acidity cuts nicely through the luscious ripe fruit which is elegantly molded by smooth restrained tannins leading into a long spicy finish. A beautiful balance of power and elegance. 93 points WS.
120 Cases were made.
{93} PTS – "Supple, silky, rich and layered with flavor, offering clove-scented blueberry, blackcurrant and plum, nicely reined to glide smoothly against refined tannins. Deft and classically proportioned. Drink now through 2019."
– Harvey Steiman, Wine Spectator
{91} PTS – "Lithe, open-textured and inviting, offering red berry, cherry, mineral and spice flavors in a lively mix that keeps dancing through the long, vivid finish. Drink now through 2018."
– Harvey Steiman, Wine Spectator
{90} PTS – "The 2008 Pinot Noir Atticus Vineyard is dark ruby red with an alluring bouquet of smoke, spice box, violets, black cherry, and black raspberry. Dense on the palate with concentration and richness, this layered, savory offering will evolve for 2-3 years and offer prime drinking from 2012 to 2020."
– Jay Miller, Wine Advocate