2009 Chasseur Pinot Noir Russian River
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Saturated ruby. Spice-accented raspberry and cherry on the nose, with complicating mineral and floral qualities building with air. Racy wild strawberry and bitter cherry flavors gain flesh and heft with air, packing a serious punch. The long, sappy, spicy finish features strong mineral and rose pastille flavors and a refreshing kick of blood orange. This wine offers excellent up-front appeal.
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The 2009 Pinot Noir Sonoma (a much larger production at 550 cases) exhibits a saturated ruby/plum color in addition to abundant juicy black raspberry and cherry fruit. Full-bodied, opulent, fleshy and flamboyant, this hedonistic Pinot is true to its varietal character yet is loaded with pleasure. Enjoy it over the next 4-6 years. Chasseur is a Chardonnay and Pinot Noir specialist, and a fine one at that. What follows is not the entire portfolio, but it is a relatively comprehensive look at four Chardonnays and then a bevy of Pinot Noirs from both the 2008 and 2009 vintages. I was able to taste eight already bottled 2009 Pinot Noirs and nine 2008s. The 2008s include several generic bottles such as the Russian River and Sonoma Coast offerings. The single vineyard Pinot Noirs primarily come from Russian River sites with the Joyce from the Sonoma Coast. The alcohol levels range from a low of 14% to a high of 15%, and production levels are modest with several in the 75-125 case range. Tel. (707) 829-1941