2007 de Coelo Terra Neuma Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir
14.4% alc., pH 3.56, 18 barrels, $69. Aged 10.5
months in 50% new medium toast French oak barrels.
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Initially: Definite minerality on the nose. Flavors of dark
fruits, anise, earth and a hint of citrus on the finish. Later: More finesse with flavors of dried cherries and red
currants and a subtle underlying savory herbaceousnecss. Very good.
Reviewed June 22, 2010
Winery: Benziger Family Winery
From article: Benziger Family Winery: Commitment to Terroir-Driven Pinot Noir