1996 Etude Heirloom Carneros Pinot Noir
13.5% alc., 12 barrels.
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This wine is burdened by Brettanomyces.
Dark-fruited and plummy with a citrus note on the finish. A chunky wine whose tannins have receded but the
fruit is diluted and the wine lacks any charm.
Reviewed February 12, 2009
Winery: Etude Wines
From article: Tasting Etude Pinot Noirs