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    Swami Pinot Noir - An Almost Magical Combination of Earth and Fruit

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: December 12, 2013 Last Updated: October 1, 2021

    2009-Swami-Sonoma-Pinot-Noir
    The Swami from Sonoma (with a glow in the dark label).

    Pinot Noir from Sonoma Coast, California.

    SRP of $17 and available at that price or occasionally as low as $13 on the deal sites. Sample submitted for review. 2,500 cases produced. From Gundlach Bundschu who also produce the BULK BUY rated Gundlach Bundschu Mountain Cuvée 2010 - Guaranteed To Put A Smile on Your Face.

    From the bottle:

    "A California native, inspired by the land, sun and sea. Swami Pinot Noir is exotic and earthy, fruit-forward and approachable.

    14.5% Alcohol"

    The 2009 Swami Winery Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir begins with very pleasant aromas of ripe and even a bit candied cherry, spice, cedar and cola. The wine needs some air to open up and when it does it is really fantastic: earthy and fruity all at the same time with a great spicy streak. Lots of tart cherry fruit is wrapped up in a nice round and almost creamy mouthfeel in this medium-bodied wine. It ends with notes of toasty oak and even a hint of chocolate on the medium-long finish. Another excellent Pinot Noir option for all your holiday meals!

    See a listing of local retailers selling this wine here.


    Taste Rating: 8              Cost Rating: 4
    Overall Rating: 7.0

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