Wednesday, February 22, 2012

2009 Sean Minor Pinot Noir

I know it's completely cliche by now, but I just can't get over the unbelievable value of Sean Minor's wines; particularly his Pinot Noir. Tonight's 2009 Sean Minor Pinot Noir, Carneros gives up intoxicating aromas of buttery brioche, red fruits (think: cherry, strawberry) and vanilla with just a flutter* of sweet Asian spice. Super smooth on the medium body with cherry-vanilla notes, moderate tannins and balancing acidity. I've said it many times and I'll say it again: you just won't find a better California Pinot Noir for under $20.

Beautiful pairing with tonight's grilled salmon with an Asian five-spice powder rub, roasted sweet potato and braised Brussels sprouts. The last bottle of a case purchased last fall. Time to reload......

*tip of the cap to my brother-in-law
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4 comments:

  1. TuscanVinesFebruary 23, 2012 at 12:18 PM

    I'm going to have to look around for his wines. I know I saw one of his Chards, I believe, but I can't recall where. I only realized it because of your posts.

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  2. Bill RosichFebruary 23, 2012 at 1:15 PM

    I like his Chard a lot. I think it's even cheaper than his Pinot. $12.99 around here, I think. But you have to be in the mood for a big, opulent California Chard.

    Every once in a while I like a wine like that. Call it a "guilty pleasure" :)

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  3. New Hampshire WinemanFebruary 25, 2012 at 4:57 AM

    Bill, I too looked around for one of these, and after two months or so i found one; I'm waiting for the PN plunge-time.

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    1. Bill RosichFebruary 25, 2012 at 10:41 AM

      Months? Yikes! I hope it can live up to the expectations....

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