Imagery Estate Winery Pinot Noir 2018

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There are 4 user submitted reviews for this wine.

Courtney Flood rated this wine as 85/100 with the following review:

Intense nose of violet, blueberry, vanilla. A lot of vanilla on the palate, blueberry jam while. Light bodied and clear – the notes from the oak come through more than the fruit notes in this wine .

Lori Kilmartin WSET3 rated this wine as 88/100 with the following review:

This is a rich, supple Pinot Noir from California. Lots of ripe fruit - sweet cherry and ripe raspberry aromas. There is a touch of Petite Verdot (10%) in this which adds some tannin, colour and flavour.

Juicy ripe red flavours of cooked strawberry and rhubarb. The oak definitely comes through with some vanilla and cinnamon flavours. Smooth tannins and low acidity give a plush mouthfeel. Medium finish of ripe fruit.

I picture sipping this wine by a warm, roaring fire - while dreaming about California vineyards.

Tasted November 17/2019

Simon Chen rated this wine as 86/100 with the following review:

sweet red fruits, approachable, easy-drinking but lack of characteristics on the mid-palate.

Lynn van der Linde rated this wine as 89/100 with the following review:

Sweet cherry, white pepper and orange blossom aromas swirl in the glass, and settle into a zippy cherry finish on the palate.
Lovely paired with a variety of dishes, from pastry appetizers to meat loaf.
Enjoy now or lay down for a few more years.
Tasted November 2019.

Natalie's Review

Imagery Estate Winery Pinot Noir 2018, California, United States: A lovely, ripe cherry-berry Californian Pinot Noir. Supple, smooth and medium-bodied. Pair with roast chicken or turkey. Drink: 2019-2024. 27074 13.50% D 750 mL $25.00 Score: 90/100. December 16, 2019 Top Rated Red Wine. Full Review

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