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Folie A Deux 2015 Pinot Noir
Winery: Folie A Deux
Grape(s): 100% Pinot Noir
Region: Sonoma County, Ca
Year: 2015
Special Designation: n/a
Farming Certification: n/a
Price: 15-20

Review:
A bouquet of dark cherries, strawberries, creamy oak, and dark chocolate greets the senses. Lovely flavors of black cherry, plum, and strawberry meld with expressions of vanilla and mocha on the palate. Good fruit and a welcoming acidity make this Pinot a standout for it's price point.
Rating: 90

La Crema 2017 Pinot Noir Rose
Winery: La Crema
Grape(s): 100% Pinot Noir
Region: Monterery County, Ca
Year: 2017
Special Designation: n/a
Farming Certification: n/a
Price: 10-15

Review:
Lots of strawberr, melon, and lemon aromas come up from a freshly swirled glass. The palate presents with strawberry, peach, and lemon flavors leading the way and a few earthy and mineral hints backing that up. Friendly with a fresh acidity, it's a good candidate for sipping on a summer afternoon or with grilled salmon.
Rating: 90

Hann SLH 2016 Pinot Noir
Winery: Hann SLH
Grape(s): 100% Pinot Noir
Region: Monterery County, Ca
Year: 2016
Special Designation: n/a
Farming Certification: n/a
Price: 15-20

Review:
Aromas of black cherries, strawberries, and raspberries draw one into a glass, along with suggestions of cola, floral earth, and tea. On the palate, jammy strawberry, cherry, and raspberry interweave among expressions of cola, toasty oak, and black tea. Mouth-filling with a nice intensity of flavors, open a bottle when you grilled chicken with a balsamic glaze.
Rating: 90

J Vineyards 2017 Pinot Gris
Winery: J Vineyards
Grape(s): 100% Pinot Gris
Region: Livermore Valley, Ca
Year: 2017
Special Designation: n/a
Farming Certification: n/a
Price: 10-15

Review:
Notes of pears, melon, and peaches meld among hints of citrus blossoms. Honeydew, pineapple, and pear come forth on the palate, intermingling with suggestions of wet stone and white blossoms. A welcoming acidity and nice fruit character make this a food-friendly wine. Serve grilled white fish when you open a bottle.
Rating: 90