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Au Bon Climat Pinot Noir Santa Maria Valley Knox Alexander 2004
Winery
Appellation
Santa Maria Valley, California, United States
Vineyard / Cru
Vintage
2004
Wine Type
Red
Grape
Pinot Noir
100%
Retail Price
$ 49.00 USD (750 ml.)
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esbrown
1.27.2008
The 2004 Knox Alexander Pinot Noir Santa Maria Valley is from some of the best fruit in the Bien Nacido Vineyard. Big, broad and more tannic and structured than the other Pinots in this line-up, the Knox Alexander is one to wait for. Black cherries, subtle spice notes, cherry-cola and roasted herb nuances waft from the glass in an endless stream of aromas. Flavors of blackberries, dried cherries and a touch of earthy forest floor notes are tied to fresh acidity and ample tannins. Give this bottling a little quite time in the cellar.