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Score 91/100 · Stephen Tanzer, Vinous, May 2013

Full ruby. Smoky dark berry and cola aromas are lifted by notes of white pepper and allspice. Juicy, penetrating and appealingly sweet black raspberry and cherry-cola flavors show very good clarity and cut. Closes with strong spicy thrust, silky tannins and impressive length, leaving bitter cherry and allspice notes behind.

Critic scores

Critic scores
92
92/100

Average Score

15
15/20

Jancis Robinson MW

91
91/100

Stephen Tanzer, Vinous

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92 points
Antonio Galloni, Vinous
Score 92/100 · Drink 2013-2019, Antonio Galloni, Vinous, Feb 2012

The 2009 Pinot Noir San Andreas Fault comes across as quite introverted, yet it boasts considerable energy that needs further bottle age to fully emerge. There is tremendous depth to the fruit in this muscular Pinot. Clean, saline notes frame the highly expressive, vibrant finish.

92 points
Antonio Galloni, Wine Advocate
Score 92/100 · Drink 2013-2019, Antonio Galloni, Wine Advocate, Feb 2012

The 2009 Pinot Noir San Andreas Fault comes across as quite introverted, yet it boasts considerable energy that needs further bottle age to fully emerge. There is tremendous depth to the fruit in this muscular Pinot. Clean, saline notes frame the highly expressive, vibrant finish. Anticipated maturity: 2013-2019. This is a thrilling set of wines from Hirsch that captures the essence of everything that makes the Sonoma Coast so compelling. The wines are made with natural primary and secondary fermentations and are bottled without fining or filtration. Tel. (707) 847-3600

15 points
Jancis Robinson MW
Score 15/20 · Drink 2011-2018, Jancis Robinson MW, Oct 2011

Crimson. Rather simple fermented fruit gums nose. Plus oak. Not integrated, though not too sweet. Leathery effect on the palate. Bit sour on the finish. (JR)

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Hirsch Vineyards
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Colour

Red

Taste

Dry

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