2005 Red Car Pinot Noir Boxcar - USA, California, Sonoma County, Russian River Valley (2/22/2007)
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Tasted February 22, 2007 at an offline. This was a leftover bottle from the night before. Served in a Spiegelau Authentis Magnum glass. Dusty rose color in the glass, slightly opaque throughout. Nose of mocha, butter/vanilla, raspberry and white pepper. This is pinot noir? Flavors of black cherries, raspberries and little bitters on the finish. Light acidity, light to medium tannins with light to medium body. Drink over the short to medium term. (88 pts.)
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