Jekel Pinot Noir 2011, Santa Barbara County
Critic Reviews (2)
Here's very good value from a California house with a long pinot track record. It's quite complex with sour...
Inviting high-toned, cherry cola notes draw you in on the nose, though the palate is relatively lean and firm, with...
Community Reviews (3)
Medium light ruby in colour with a medium to medium+ intense nose.
A simple fruit driven Pinot that is deserving at its price
Positives: This wine features a light smoky note, cranberry, cherry, rhubarb & strawberry. Medium body, mild tannins with good acidity & a fairly long length.
Negatives: Some heat coming from the 14.1% alcohol.
Drink now or over the next 3 years on its own or pair it with tuna sashimi.
Tasted: 12 February 2014
Best Buy
Score: 8.5+/10, Value: 8.5+/10 Total: 17.5/20
Out of 5 stars, I rated this wine: 3.5+
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Very nice medium-bodied Pinot with dominant notes of sour cherry cola and strawberry backed up by earth, smoke, and hints of vanilla, with a certain spiciness on the finish; solid structure, if a bit grainy, which detracts from the overall experience.