Williams Selyem - Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir (25th Anniversary) 2005 (750ml)

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Producer	Williams Selyem
Country	United States
Region	California
Subregion	Sonoma Coast
Varietal	Pinot Noir
Vintage	2005
Sku	130069
Size	750ml

WINEMAKER COMMENTS

The wild raspberry, citrus blossom, rose petal, cardamom and mocha nose exudes classic Sonoma Coast pinot noir. Your mouth will explode with flavors of wild berries, cranberries, toasted nut bread, white pepper, toffee and toasted marshmallow. Rich tannins and acidity balance out the ripe wild berry flavors, pomegranate, fresh herbs and spices. The long sensual finish completes this wonderful experience.

THE VINEYARDS

The pinot noir for this blend was sourced from our Drake Estate Vineyard, the Peay Vineyard, the Coastlands Vineyard, and the Hirsch Vineyard.

HARVEST 2005

Following a labor-intensive growing season due to early spring rains, a cool summer and mild fall weather extended the ripening season in 2005. This long, slow maturation period permitted flavors and color to develop to high levels, and the absence of weather threats or temperature extremes allowed fruit to be picked at optimum ripeness. Vineyards unaffected by bloom failure, particularly Pinot noir and Chardonnay in Russian River Valley, enjoyed a bountiful crop. The fruit quality was extremely high, contributing to balanced and elegant wines with concentrated flavors and intense color.

CRITICAL ACCLAIM

91 points Wine Enthusiast

Similar to the winery's '05 Russian River bottling in the ripeness of the fruit and tannins, but somehow fresher, although it's still a big, full-bodied Pinot Noir. Maybe it's the acidity that makes the framboise and cherry flavors come alive. Deeper notes of Portobello mushrooms and balsamic suggest moderate aging possibilities. Drink now through 2009.