The "What are you drinking during Berserker Day" thread

Peter_Kleban · January 28, 2012, 3:35am

Sherwood Estate
2009 Pinot Noir
Marlborough

Joe_Chanley · January 28, 2012, 3:36am

How is it Matt, just grabbed a bottle

Matt_Latuchie · January 28, 2012, 3:39am

I first opened it last night and the fruit was incredibly expressive…florals and tropical fruits. Tonight, it has toned down a lot. Its minerality has taken over and the tropical fruits are softer. I find myself enjoying rieslings more on the younger side, so I’m perfectly happy drinking these now. Their energy and vivid fruit are just wonderful.

scott_c · January 28, 2012, 4:06am

Moving on to 06 Jaboulet Crozes-Hermitage Nouvelere…

Matt_Latuchie · January 28, 2012, 4:17am

'06 Northern Rhones are quite nice…how’s it drinking Scott?

Randy_Bowman · January 28, 2012, 4:24am

How is it Peter? I’ve generally preferred the central Otago Pinots that seem to have more depth of fruit.

Robert_Pollard-Smith · January 28, 2012, 4:36am

The last quarter of a bottle of Carlisle Dry Creek Zin. Consumed over 4 nights, beautiful to the last drop.

Hmmm, one bottle, four nights… at that rate, if I stop buying… nahhh.

Matt_Latuchie · January 28, 2012, 5:16am

this is a $19.99 bottle and it is just fantastic. what a great example of pinot noir from the loire. hard to beat.

AlexHay · January 28, 2012, 5:45am

2003 Harlan Maiden - Holy crap did THAT wine go from medium primary to well-mature in a heartbeat! No complaints in that it tasted just fine, but if this bottle is any indication, be wary, as that was one hell of a fast transition, and the pace of this bottle is one I am not sure that I fully trust. Hopefully it is just bottle variation.

Purchased from Harlan and kept in climate controlled storage since.
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Peter_Kleban · January 28, 2012, 4:58pm

We like this a lot for “everyday”. Can get it locally for $16. Holds up well on the counter, yesterday’s had been open IIRC 3 days with no noticeable change. You’re right, it doesn’t have great depth of fruit, but it’s very well done nonetheless (more toward the elegant side of PN).

C: Clear light red.
N: Flowers.
P: Light, balanced, interesting, with good length. Light cherry notes. Drinks very well. Good+. Great QPR.

Larry_P · January 28, 2012, 5:19pm

I was going to comment on the decanter. Nice

cdonatiello · January 29, 2012, 12:48pm

so? You going for it?

SS_Chris_Stanisci · January 30, 2012, 2:54am

I did…“in” for a 6-pack…and really appreciated your candid feedback Chris.