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Score 16.5/20 · Drink 2019-2027, Jancis Robinson MW, Oct 2022

Bottle brought by Stephen Browett of Farr Vintners. First vintage of the renaissance. Something a bit vegetal about the nose of this wine. Sinewy and firmer than some later vintages. (JR)

Critic scores

Critic scores
92
92/100

Average Score

18
18/20

Jancis Robinson MW

17
17/20

Jancis Robinson MW

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93 points
Lisa Perrotti-Brown MW, Wine Advocate
Score 93/100 · Drink 2015-2022, Lisa Perrotti-Brown MW, Wine Advocate, Oct 2013

Medium ruby-purple-colored, the 2012 Block 3 Pinot Noir is a little closed at this youthful moment yet reveals subtle notes of mulberries and black cherries with underlying suggestions of damp earth, aniseed, cloves and cedar. Medium-bodied and very taut at this stage, it delivers a great intensity of fruit while remaining elegantly styled by a lively acid backbone and low to medium level of fine tannins. It finishes with great length. Drink it 2015 to 2022+. Importers: Martin Scott Wines, Ltd., Lake Success, NY, tel. (516) 327-0808; Youngs Market, CA; tel. (510) 475-2259; Maverick Wine Co., LLC, Bensenville, IL; tel. (630) 860-4600; Pioneer Wine Company, Dallas, TX; tel. (214) 461-7602

18 points
Jancis Robinson MW
Score 18/20 · Drink 2016-2027, Jancis Robinson MW, Sep 2013

Dark crimson. Distinctively intense and mineral. Very sinewy and with sparkling fruit that's intense rather than sweet. Dense. Lovely lift and length. (JR)

91 points
Stephen Tanzer, Vinous
Score 91/100 · Stephen Tanzer, Vinous, Sep 2013

Good full, deep red. Cherry, raspberry, mocha and blood orange on the nose, plus a hint of smoky minerality. Concentrated, savory and suave, with good ripeness and restrained sweetness to the flavors of raspberry and spices. Offers impressive silkiness and palate presence. Finishes with dusty tannins and lovely lingering spicy perfume.

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Felton Road
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Grape Blend

Pinot Noir

Colour

Red

Taste

Dry

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